Was not difficult to assemble. Just a bit of patience and a touch of magic. But you shorted me a bold. One that attaches the framework for the step. I used a bolt from my box of extras. You sent a whole set of hardware? not necessary, just one bolt which I sent you a photo.ANYWAY it was worth the wait for this staircase and it went out of stock again fast. Just the right size for the corner plant. I had one from Pier One in Indianapolis back in the 70's and now I have one I longed for again.