Using your new table lamp is a breeze. First, find a good spot for it in your home or commercial space. You'll need to do a bit of assembly, mainly attaching the linen shade to the lamp base using the spider shade fitter. Plug in the 72 - inch cord to a power source, and use the rotary socket switch to turn the lamp on and off. Since it's smart - enabled, you can pair it with compatible smart devices if you want. Remember, the maximum wattage for the bulb is 100. As for maintenance, simply dust the ceramic body and the linen shade regularly. If the shade gets dirty, you can spot - clean it gently. Also, this product is Prop65 compliant, so use it with peace of mind. Enjoy the light and style it brings to your space!