The directions were clear enough. I was able to assemble the chair with little difficulty except for attaching the back. The arm rests having been attached to the bottom were a bit awkward requiring pressure to compress them close enough to the back to attach it. I could not both apply the necessary pressure and get the bolts to connect. A second person had to push against the sides of the chair while I inserted and threaded the screws. I only put two screws in one from each side and did not tighten them all the way. I swung the back into position and attached the other two screws one on each side. then I tightened all four until they would not turn any more even with pressure. The chair sits well and is comfortable. Overall a good experience
It was relatively easy to put together the hardest part was putting the back on which took two people one to hold it in place while the other tried to line up the holes and screw it in. It's very comfortable and looks fantastic I would definitely buy it again.
My point in buying a chair was for comfort. This chair fits me very well except my legs don't touch the floor. I place something under my feet and it works fine.