This lamp went together well and quickly. I was worried that it would tilt like a lot of floor lamps do, but it's straight as an arrow. I like the shade even though it's  a little darker than I thought it would be. In fact, it's a light tan color. It's heavy, which is a plus. The bracket that holds the bolt for the finial was a little crooked, but I used a vise grip tool and straightened it so now the shade hangs level. Overall, a good value. I hated the styrofoam it was packaged in, however! It's the kind that sticks to you no matter what you do!