I've had this for one year now. It's held up pretty well in Missouri. However, the finish from the factory is mostly worn off already, so I will need to stain the entire thing this summer to prolong its life. It was easy to assemble as long as you're organized. I did it by myself in about 6 hours with no issues. The wood is a little soft, so you have to be very careful if trimming grass around it. I've accidentally shredded a few of the boards.