I'm a pretty handy person, but this console table has to be one of most poorly put together pieces of furniture i've ever come across. It is literally impossible to put the nuts in these small holes and tighten them. I've spent a considerable amount of time trying to get this put together and it just won't work with the spacing for the nuts. If you do purchase this console, then you should pay the extra $100 for assembly. The problem is, it's not worth that much money so you are better off paying the extra for better quality.