This lamp was extremely easy to put together.  In fact, I was looking to see what tools I needed and there are none.  You simply screw the lamp together.  My daughter loved the light it gives and loves the reading lamp. The lamp shade is plastic, however, so I don't know that I would necessarily put it in a fancier room.  Highly recommend though and consider purchasing another for a different bedroom.

Pros: Easy to assemble.