Easy to assemble by oneself, even for a petite person. The frame is sturdy, and it's a luxury to have pure wood with no chemicals. The raw wood smell is quite strong and made my nose run during assembly and use for the first several days. For those with any sensitivities of the sort, I would recommend letting the pieces air and 'cure' for several days outside or in a garage before assembling and using. Overall, a great bed frame!