We first got this and it was damaged inside. The metal part inside the lampshade detached so it wasn't sitting properly and then the threading of the lamp base didn't fit together properly. We called and customer service was incredible. Because it was damaged, they sent us a brand new one which went together much more smoothly. Note: take your time screing the stand together, it is very easy for it to get off the threading and then it is almost impossible to unscrew it onceits on wrong. Just take your time.