Iv been wanting one of these so i can move shade to different parts of my lawn. I was able to put together myself. Directions werent great but if i could do it i think most women can. I do not remember reading that i needed weights for the bottom and that they were not included. this was a little disappointing to me. This could have been my fault that i over looked but i do not see why this would NOT be included since you almost cant use at all with out the weights or not be in big bold or obvious warning/discription.