It was pretty easy to assemble and I did it by myself. I've had quite the ikea assembling experience so if it is your first time I would ask for some assistance. It is sturdy and came as described. I will definately be putting some out door paint on this, in the near future just to extend it's lifetime. 

I use it next to my patio table to store my grilling tools, and great for when we are dining out side to use as a buffet. 

Pros: fairly easy to assemble. 
Cons: hooks were flimbsy so I simply didn't install them