This bench is incredibly easy to assemble after you realize that not all of these benches have all the pilot holes pre-drilled (I bought 5), and very inexpensive. I would say that this is the perfect project for newly weds to work on together if you have not established who is the dominate partner; the directions are reasonable well written, and the the argument as to who is going be the alpha will be short lived. However, if you are a perfectionist, or want to have a piece of furniture that will last forever, invest a better product. The veneer is extremely thin and will crack at the first turn of a crooked screw. This was perfect for my needs as I intended to modify before I purchased it, and I wanted to assemble myself without my partner involved to lend assistance.
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This bench is incredibly easy to assemble after you realize that not all of these benches have all the pilot holes pre-drilled (I bought 5), and very inexpensive. I would say that this is the perfect project for newly weds to work on together if you have not established who is the dominate partner; the directions are reasonable well written, and the the argument as to who is going be the alpha will be short lived. However, if you are a perfectionist, or want to have a piece of furniture that will last forever, invest a better product. The veneer is extremely thin and will crack at the first turn of a crooked screw. This was perfect for my needs as I intended to modify before I purchased it, and I wanted to assemble myself without my partner involved to lend assistance.