I am really pleased with this fixture. I was reluctant to order a fixture on-line because pictures are not always as they seem. Even so, it was exactly what I expected. It is very pretty when illuminated at night, and a wonderful addition to my outside decor during the day. It was difficult to connect the wires and hold the fixture up at the same time, but with the help of my six year old son, I was able to install it in no time. I cannot speak for how it will weather, but so far so good.