Alaterre Shaker Cottage Bench - Solid Wood Entryway Bench with Cushion, Charcoal Gray - Perfect for Hallway, Bedroom & Mudroom Furniture

I was expecting cheap material and the usual many pieces that make no sense until it all comes together. WOW. Was I ever surprised. In my life, I suspect I have assembled 100+ items of furniture. If I rated all at the confusing effort they each took I would give everything a 9 or 10. This manufacturer took ALL the effort making this NO EFFORT and An easy 2 maybe 3. All I needed with the allen wrench that came and two minutes with a Phillips screw driver. EVERYTHING matched the holes. ALL the screws went in smoothly. Putting the total 7 pieces of wood together took about 20 minutes and I spent most of that time, just re-reading the instructions - taking my time. The parts are re-inforced in places to add strength. It doesn't feel like its falling apart as you move it. IF you buy other items from this manufacturer, you will not be disappointed. I paid for this. They are giving me nothing. The surely earned my respect.