The instructions include no words. They also do not show you where to put the screws or what shelf to put where. Which is a little bit frustrating. Particularly when you're trying to place the power outlet and it's corresponding metal piece to wind the cord around. But it's still doable and it's not terribly difficult to assemble. It's just a bit confusing and probably not the best thing for a single person to assemble. It really helps with somebody holds the middle shelf while you're screw get together. What was not particularly awesome was the fact that I did not have enough screws and bolts to attach the metal piece that I can wrap the cord around in the box. I end up having to buy an extra set of bolts to correct that. Your box may not have this problem. But it's worth mentioning. Finally let me talk about the awesome part. The customization. There's a couple different spots where you can put the power outlets and the place where you wind the cord around. I chose to put the power outlet at the top. And put the metal piece that you wrap the cord around on the shelf below it. I also chose to put the top shelf one notch below the very top. I liked it that way. I plan to eventually customize it so that it has a bit more of a guardrail to prevent the TV from falling off. That is really cool that I can do that. It is also made of metal and is of decent construction. Yes, it is a bit on the cheap side. Whether this is the right cart for you or not you have to determine. But this one does work for me.