Selecting the right lamp shade can transform any room without any disruption. Instantly change the look of a dull ceiling light, table lamp or wall light without fuss or spending a lot of money. We stock a wide range of lamp shades to suit every kind of lighting, including shades for ceiling pendants, chandeliers, floor and table lamps and many more. Choose the right one for you, and it could be with you sooner than you think.
The table below should only be used as a guide only. Please be very aware that different shapes and designs can alter the overall look of your lamp. For instance, if the lamp shade includes tassels or fringe, it will appear much longer. Choosing the right size of shade to suit your lamp is a very individual preference. Some people don’t like to see any part of the lamp holder, so they would choose either a shade with a fringe or of a larger shade, whereas others may prefer to see a small amount of the lamp stem.
Shade Diameter | Table Lamp Size |
5 to 6 inch | Usually clip-on for use with wall lights or chandeliers |
8 inch | 8 – 10 inches high |
10 inch | 9 – 12 inches high and ceilings |
12 inch | 11 – 14 inches high and ceilings |
14 inch | 14 – 18 inches high and ceilings |
16 inch | 17 – 24 inches high and ceilings |
18 inch | 17 – 24 inches high, floor lamps and ceilings |
20 inch | 17 – 24 inches high, floor lamps and ceilings |
22 inch | 17 – 24 inches high, floor lamps and ceilings |
This is a general guide and as fabric lamp shades come in a range of different styles this also will add to the way it will look on your lamp, wall light or chandelier.
For further reading, please have a look at our article entitled how to look after soft fabric shades that will provide you with information as to how you can keep them looking as good as new.