This desk is really nice! It was relatively easy to put together by myself. A bit heavy. Pay close attention to which pieces you are using and the direction for the legs, it is not very well evident on the instructions. The desk arrived very securely packaged, everything was protected, which I greatly appreciated. The top is two pieces length wise that you secure together. I didn’t expect that. It is pressboard and not actual solid wood, I don’t recommend leaning on it too hard. The height adjustment is really awesome, it isn’t loud going up or down and it doesn’t vibrate when it’s adjusting. After you plug it in just give it a few moments to get power to all parts, it will not start moving the very second you plug it in, don’t be alarmed. If it still does nothing after a minute of being plugged in, just check your wires and make sure you are attached to the little box all the way. I can’t speak to wear and tear yet, as I’ve only just gotten it, but I will update after a few months and speak to that.I like the size of this desk, could easily fit two chairs at it if you aren’t someone who spreads out a bunch lol. The only thing that could make this really lovely desk better is if it were solid wood. Either way it is very pretty and well made.