Very pleased with these lamps. Chose them because they are shorter than most floor lamps so they can be positioned just behind my sofa's and provide the perfect light for reading. They are elegant but unobtrusive so don't block your view across the room or out to the garden. The flexible top allows you to angle the light precisely where you need it and the four light settings allow you to tailor the brightness for whatever you are doing. Great value for money and highly recommended.