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I own the fourth one, and can attest to the dust magnetic properties (and have no idea about the cleaning, since I've been too lazy to do anything about it). But I absolutely ADORE it - it really makes the dining room.

It was the first thing I bought for my new house. And now, there's no way this light is staying with the house - am definitely writing it into my contract that the light has to come with me.

Thanks everyone! Although I too think the lighting is hideous, it's not something my landlord will let me fix. That, and I can't paint it.

BUT, I think curtains are a great idea. I hadn't thought about doing it, mainly because I felt bad about drilling into the wood slatted wall. But I am convinced - that would make a BIG difference (now how to keep the cat from clawing it down...). How about, instead of curtains, some colorful roman shades? That seems relatively kitty proof.

I also feel empowered to get a rug. I have an extra, less than beautiful lounge chair plus ottoman set I can put in there, and I like the little book basket idea. The chair won't be pretty, but it'll work as a temporary fix.

I'll send in some pics when I get it done. Thanks for all the help!