Overall I love this light. It has a big presence without blocking the sight line. I thought since it would have 5 100 wt lights it would be too bright, but the white shades definitely dim the light a little. It still gives off plenty of light, just not as much as I expected. Also the shades are not quite 100% straight. I'm also OCD about those things. I haven't tried to bend them straight yet, hopefully I can adjust it but if not I still will like this light.