Beautiful fixture! Assembly is a little tougher than your average light, but overall it wasn't too bad. I underestimated just how low it would hang (we have 7'8" ceilings, so not high.) It was originally purchased for my living room but after realizing how low it hangs even at the shortest length, I decided to put it in my dining room. It looks perfect above our table and makes such a statement. Some people have complained about the seams but they don't bother me. You can spin the drum so they are in whichever spot you choose.