This lamp is just what I was looking for and looks very nice in my bedroom. I purchased two for either side of the bed. It went together easily, although it took a little strength on my part (not so strong female) The first one was a struggle to get on the wall but once I figured it out I had it down pat. When I opened the first box I was worried because there were no directions included but luckily the second box had them. Ok when you buy two but if I had only bought one it would have been bad. You do attach the plug yourself but its really the easiest thing you do with the lamp. Overall they are a great deal, and a much better price than what you would pay elsewhere. My only complaint would be that the shades do not sit straight when you tighten the knob that holds them on, but that is a minor complaint when it comes down to everything, they really do look more expensive then they are and seem like a good quality lamp. I would buy these again.