The arbor arrived very quickly within the week I ordered it via UPS. We did not have to wait for an oversize shipment. I set it up by myself within 30 minutes or less. It is easy to construct. I love the way it looks in our yard. I was not impressed, however, with some of the welds. They may not last...time will tell. If you look at it closely you can find areas of questionable quality but without a critical eye, it is pretty. I've had several compliments from others who have seen it. I hope it lasts because I really like the way it looks. As others have said, it is not solid black wrought iron. The tubes are hollow and the piece is not too heavy and comes with stakes to hold down the feet to stablelize. There are 2 holes in each of the base feet to put the stakes through or screws if you attach it to a deck or something like that. I'd recommend this item, but it may only last a few years with our winters. Nice item for the money that adds a lot of character to a garden.