Lamp Shade Fitting Sizes

The shade is normally 40 of the total height of the lamp from the top of the slant to the bottom of the lamp.

Lamp shade fitting sizes.

The shade should be twice as wide as the lamp base and one third of the total height of the lamp. Make sure the lamp shade is wider than the widest part of your lamp body. Sizing a lamp shade. The height of a glass shade is taken from the base of the fitter lip to the bottom of the shade.

You should also consider the style of the lamp when you select a shade. How to pick a lamp shade size. The best lamp shades will cast a flattering glow on your entire room while a poorly chosen shade will de emphasize your lamp base and surrounding furniture s best traits. We carry a large range of shade sizes to fit your fixtures from 6 and smaller chandelier shades to oversized 18 and larger shades.

The fitting on a lamp shade determines how the shade attaches to the lamp. This will measure a little less than the fitter size so it can fit into the shade holder of the same measurement. Lamp shade fittings include spider washer uno euro nord regular clip and candle clip. The width is measured across the widest portion of the shade which may be the top middle or bottom depending on the shade type.

Spider and washer with harp this is the most common type of fitting for table and floor lamp shades. In most cases your lamp shade should be roughly 2 3 the height of the lamp body. It comes in two varieties. New lamp harps in various sizes finished in silver and gold coloring.

Don t slim down too much. Similarly many design experts suggest that shade s width be roughly equivalent to the visible height of the lamp base. For example a busy lamp should have a plain shade. We also carry replacement glass shades for bath lights and island chandeliers.

See also our shade fitters harp reducers shade risers adapters and other parts help position your lamp shade at the correct height. It comes in two varieties. When replacing a lamp shade you will want to find a new shade with the same type of fitting. And if the total height.

Lamp shades come in different sizes and shapes. So for a 6 inch lamp base the shade should be at least 12 inches wide. It is important to be able to know how to measure such. Industry standard 1 2 washer and for specific applications standard 1 2 washer with a cut out.

Buy a new lamp shade harp to perfectly position your lamp shade. There are four main types. When people shops for a new or replacement lamp shade they always consider measurements.