I love this flush mount light, it casts a great light, and throws beautiful shadows on the surrounding ceiling and walls.  We installed the base first and then hooked the crystals in - which was very simple. I didn't have any issue, used my hands only, and to took 5 min at most. And that was simply because I kept stepping down off the ladder to grab more. I've recovered multiple compliments and have had two friends immediately order it for themselves as well.