Take your time. Look at illustrations carefully so you dont make mistakes.
Assembling was not difficult because instructions were clear. However, I made two mistakes and had to redo cuz unfinished edges were showing. If this happens, use wood glue to redo because pieces will be loose fitting if you have to undo them. I did this myself so took my time and quit after the mistakes, then started again the next day. There were a few reviews that said a drill was needed cuz holes werent where they needed to be. This wasnt the case for me. Everything was perfect. Another review said that her box contained styrofoam balls that went everywhere. Also not the case. Styrofoam was in whole pieces. For me, I cut the box open on three sides, then laid it flat and was able to just lift the top open and then take out each piece one by one to make sure everything was there. Finally, other reviews complained of nicks and scratches but mine arrived in beautiful shape, although there is a pen with stain included in case YOU damage it. The backing is also very nice/ not just a piece of cheap cardboard. It is heavy; stained the same color, and consists of two halves bound together for sturdiness and pliability when assembling. Final good tip which came from another review. Go To Step 9 after you finish 6 I think it was. I didnt listen and wish I had because very cumbersome doing it in order. Finished product is beautiful and sturdy.
Take your time. Look at illustrations carefully so you dont make mistakes.
Assembling was not difficult because instructions were clear. However, I made two mistakes and had to redo cuz unfinished edges were showing. If this happens, use wood glue to redo because pieces will be loose fitting if you have to undo them. I did this myself so took my time and quit after the mistakes, then started again the next day. There were a few reviews that said a drill was needed cuz holes werent where they needed to be. This wasnt the case for me. Everything was perfect. Another review said that her box contained styrofoam balls that went everywhere. Also not the case. Styrofoam was in whole pieces. For me, I cut the box open on three sides, then laid it flat and was able to just lift the top open and then take out each piece one by one to make sure everything was there. Finally, other reviews complained of nicks and scratches but mine arrived in beautiful shape, although there is a pen with stain included in case YOU damage it. The backing is also very nice/ not just a piece of cheap cardboard. It is heavy; stained the same color, and consists of two halves bound together for sturdiness and pliability when assembling. Final good tip which came from another review. Go To Step 9 after you finish 6 I think it was. I didnt listen and wish I had because very cumbersome doing it in order. Finished product is beautiful and sturdy.