The base of this lamp was was thick. I had intended on being able to use it in a corner behind my sectional and specifically chose this one because its pole was near the back of the base so that I could slide that base under my couch to minimize gap between my couch and the wall. Also the curved arm on the lamp is long so the light did not end up where I needed it to. It was like sitting under a spotlight. It just wasn’t as esthetically pleasing in my space as I had hoped it would be. Return policy sucks so I decided to keep it for the 20% refund they offered. Would’ve paid an arm and leg just to send it back. Will just have to deal with it or sell it. Either way, I’m out $$. The remote is nice to use for changing the lighting and the swivel on the shade is helpful. But just not the lamp for me.