Put this lamp together in under 10 mins. The hardest part was opening the packaging - so much styrofoam tightly wrapped, makes a huge mess when opened. The lamp itself is beautiful, elegant and great quality. It is much heavier than a regular floor lamp, so pay attention to the weight when buying if it’s a concern for you. It would definitely make a dent if it fell. The shade is a nice neutral sandy beige and with a bright bulb, gives off great light in our living room.