How to choose the right size and shape lampshade

If you’ve ever purchased a lampshade for a particular base, chances are it didn’t work when you put the two pieces together. Even seasoned professionals find it difficult to follow. This is because there are multiple factors that determine whether the lampshade and base look good together or are leftovers from a yard sale.

Here’s what you need to know about how to find the right size and shape lampshade for your base.

How to find a suitable lampshade

Of course, interior design is all about your personal taste and making your home a happy and comfortable place. This includes the lighting you put in your room. But choosing a non-traditional lampshade is one thing. Another option is to choose one that is small enough to see the bulb and switch.

find the right size

To find a matching lampshade, start by measuring the base and height of your lamp.lamp shade Looks proportional to the lamp base When they are:

• Twice as wide as the lamp base
• 1/3 of the total height of the lamp base
• At least 0.5 inches wider than the base on each side

If the visual helps, check it out This short video from Architectural Digest I will walk you through the process step by step.

And let’s say you can’t find a lampshade with the exact dimensions you need and come across two lampshades that are very close. which one should you choose? Larger is usually safer.

find the right shape

Generally speaking, the lampshade is Mimic the shape of the lamp base— whether it’s a cylinder, bell, square, oval, rectangle, or hexagon. When in doubt, round shades tend to work for most lamp bases. square or rectangular shade It fits snugly against the wall and takes up little space.