Instructions were easy to follow. The product description says "premiums fir wood construction withstands weather" but we get a lot of rain and I want to ensure the longevity of the wood.The hardest part of the assembly was the trellis, since you have to tie the slats with a string to secure. There are a lot of screws, finished with a high weather-resistant finish, so don't have to worry about these rusting.This was $89.99 at time of review, and with the amount of space inside and with the trellis, I think this is absolutely worth the price. It's a great size for raised bed gardens.