Furniture assembly looks simple—until you’re surrounded by parts, missing screws, and instructions that don’t make sense. In this first episode, Scott walks through his very first experience with ready-to-assemble furniture and how that moment reflects a bigger shift in how we buy, build, and value things today.
We talk about the rise of IKEA and flat-pack furniture, why it became so popular, and the real advantages and disadvantages of assembling furniture yourself. From cost savings and convenience to frustration, shortcuts, and false confidence, this episode breaks down what furniture assembly gets right—and where it goes wrong.
We finish with Scott’s practical, no-nonsense tips to assemble furniture without losing your patience, your time, or your sanity. Whether you’re a seasoned DIYer or tackling your first flat-pack box, this episode is about doing it right, learning as you go, and taking pride in building something yourself.
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