This lamp was so well wrapped and extremely easy to assemble by the way they organized the pieces already in place. All you have to do is remove the wrapping from one piece at a time and screw together into place. The lamp and shade is very sturdy and a high quality of material. I absolutely love the difference ambiance of light color choices and the dimmability of the included bulb. The remote is very convenient and high tech with preset buttons for certain activities such as reading a book, nursing or working on the computer. There is also a floor power button to the lamp turn on and off just by simply stepping down on the button. Such a beautiful addition to my dining room to make it feel warm, cozy and complete.