Problem with my home is there is no lighting hardwired, everything has to be plugged.  This little lamp was perfect to light up my living room.  It went together in a breeze and is light weight except for the base that is heavy and keeps the light grounded.  It has a remote and it was fun figuring out all the different lighting this lamp has.  You can choose the mood of the light by selecting the different settings from late night bottle time to on the computer light it comes with everything and is a super buy!