Didn't need the gloves. Took a little bit to figure out sequence of parts. Would be nice if they were numbered. Also, figuring out, exactly, how to attach each piece was tricky at first, but once I did the parts slid together very easily. I inserted a screw after I attached each piece so they stayed together. I used the supplied screws to attach it to my deck and threshold. Other than a few negatives regarding instructions, I really like this ramp.