This TV stand is gorgeous! I was a little wary at first because when you start putting it together it seems somewhat flimsy. But once it's altogether it's super sturdy and heavy. I was able to put it together by myself in about 2.5 hours. Be sure to use the glue included for the dowels. I didn't see the glue at the bottom of the box, but thankfully the directions have you put all the wooden dowels in BEFORE assembling the pieces, so I was able to remove them and add the glue easily.