A friend and I managed to put a set together last night. Took us about 45 to out one chair together. KEY IS TO...get the screws started half way to ensure they dont cross thread and leave them loose and then go back and tighten all of them when all screws are all in. I used a drill, manage to make things go a little faster after the chair. Some areas the wicker was in the way so had to move it out of the way to ensure it didnt get snagged. Chairs and bench are pretty sturdy and comfortable.