once i got the picture directions figured out if was fairly simple (yet time consuming) to put together. i lucked out with the bench, table (the easiest) and one chair. the 2nd chair would not go together no matter what i tried and i realize it was luck of the draw that i picked the 2 messed up pieces for the same chair.   however, wayfair was more then helpful in assisting in a replacement chair. other then that, comfortable and works for what i wanted it for and i don't have to drag it in every time it rains!!