I have not used the lampposts as of yet since it is Thanksgiving at the present time.  However, I have removed then from the box and put them together (each has three parts that have to be put together with furnished bolts and nuts - pretty easy task).  They look every bit as nice as their picture; however, I am not to sure how they will hold up outside in rainy bad weather.  They are sprayed with a white substance and sprinkled with shinny glitter.  The glitter was falling off onto the floor while I was assembling them.  So, I am not too sure how they will hold up outside.  But, as far as looks goes, you will not be disappointed