First, the tower (in mahogany) was delivered so quickly, it took me a second to figure out what the big box was that was being carted up my stairs! The packaging was fantastic, so it arrived without any damage. I assembled it during the Dancing with the Stars finale show and I am not very dextrous or strong. It was not effortless but the result was well worth it! It is gorgeous! Note: this is a heavy piece of furniture. Either assemble it where you want it or assemble it on a sturdy platform with locking casters like I did so you can move it around your house until you find the purrrfect location. Don't waste any more money on carpet-covered monstrosities! You can place this in your living room and it doubles as art! Last, my new kitty loves it as much as I do. Well worth the money.