Piece looks great in our entryway and gives a great rustic feel to the space.  Installation was actually pretty easy for a flush mount light, and I'm by no means an expert at installing lighting.  For other light fixtures I've had another person help while I was trying to install, but the weight, design and shape of this piece made it easy enough for me to install alone.  Definitely works best in a smaller space as it is not super bright (the shade mutes a lot of the light), but it works perfectly for a small hallway or entryway.  The metal mesh casing has a seam, so be sure to install it so that it is not the main focal point when you walk into a room.