I needed additional lighting in my family room and did not have the room for another table and lamp.  I like polished chrome and this floor lamp has it!  The grey shade is a great color, not too dark or light,  the "crystal" cubes and squares along the top of the pole adds a nice modern (understated )touch and a focal point to the lamp.  I put it together myself in about 10 minutes, no issues whatsoever!   The height is shorter than most floor lamps but is  perfect for brightening the area of the sectional it stands behind.  No hesitation to give this 5 stars!!