This lamp is an upgraded version of the cheap $12 standing lamp I had in college (same black threaded metal stand). The upgrades include a step-on on/off switch and the cute shades. Style wise, I like it. Quality wise, its perfect for a rental property. Its kind of a weird non-adjustable height and the lights are either on or off, some kind of options would be preferable. But, I'm not going to return it....