It seems to be built well, pretty, and easy to hang however, I'm not sure if it is the cured spread bars but its like a balancing act trying to get in and lay down, makes for more of a core workout keeping balance than relaxing, my straight bar rope hammock prior was not this hard to lay in. I'm keeping it because for the price and it being outside in the sun I'll end up having to replace it by next year most likely anyways.