We used this to replace an ugly, large rectangular fluorescent light in our kitchen, and wow is it an improvement. It provides A LOT of light, using 60 watt equivalent compact fluorescent lights (which fit fine in the glass shades) - ample lighting for our kitchenworkspace. The nickel color is nice - it's shiny, if you're curious about that. And the glass shades look good too. They do have a very small seam, but you can turn them so that's hidden from view. Also, the installation instructions for this light were clear and it was easy to install.