Several pieces had minor breaks in the surface.  Luckily they are in places that won't matter.  Was missing some screws and again I lucked out - had some in my tool chest.  Directions are pictures only.  Study them before you start and take your time.  I consider myself rather handy and found several step confusing.  I took my time putting it together over several days.  Total time, maybe 2.5 - 3 hours for just one person.  I wish that dimensions had been provided for the openings.  If you are a scrapper - none of the openings will fit 12X12.  The filing drawer does not fit right - but I know that is on me.  I plan on getting a piece of glass to cover and protect the top surface from scratches, crafting inks, stamping paints, etc.  All in all, I think it was a good value for the money and plan an many happy hours of scrapping.