When I first saw this and wanted to purchase it I was a little skeptical on the reviews that some people had on it. Explaining how the light covering looked cheap and how the frame didn't feel sturdy enough. I completely have to disagree, The frame of this lamp is very sturdy, it has the twisting joints concept. Also the base of the lamp weighted so it has no chance of falling over unless you purposely do so. I love the idea that was incorporated to have the head of the lamp face up or straight toward a any desired direction. I have no complaints at all. I have purchased two of these already and have been loving them since.