Unpack these lamps in your garage and expect a mess. Pieces of styrofoam packing will end up clinging to everything. Follow assembly instructions, but they don't tell you that the socket unit must be screwed onto the mechanism at the top of the lamp. Give it a few twists until it is tight. If you don't do this step the socket mechanism won't be secure.  Then, you will need to reach into the lamp and work to uncoil the cord. Don't worry if the finial base is askew-can easily be straightened gently with pliers. Shades are not white, more of a beige color, but the overall glow with a soft white bulb is warm, not a harsh white. Blue glass is more of a transparent navy color rather than cobalt. Final results=2 beautiful lamps for a great price

Pros: Works great as bedside table lamps.
Cons: Messy styrofoam packing, incomplete assembly instructions.