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Why It’s Time to Say Goodbye to White Lampshades

Century Furniture Lamps and Lighting Table Lamp SA8221

Century Furniture Lamps and Lighting Table Lamp SA8221

Do you have issues with off-white or white lampshades? These work in almost any kind of setting since they are considered to be the right lighting fixtures. You are wrong to think that they are the only ones that you could use, though.

Dramatic Black

White may not be the greatest lampshade color to use when the upholstery and accessories are all colorful. White could be a jarring element in this kind of scenario. This is one setting where you definitely won’t need a white lampshade.

Colors Everywhere

If a colored lampshade is not something that you would want to jump into straightaway, then black would be a better shade that’s more daring than white but safer than the colorful choices. Just imagine an entryway where a black lampshade rests – while white could work, it is black that would add the drama and richness.

Red can be added as a safe color to use. This is a hue that offers an upbeat vibe without appearing too impetuous. Red, believe it or not, can be as neutral as cream, white or black.

Adding tangerine lampshades inside the kitchen is an interesting twist that could make you think of mangoes, citrus fruits and persimmons.

‘Tangerine too loud for you? Then use a bright shade of green and use it with the other green accents in the room. Dashes of green throughout the room will offer an eccentric look. This hue will almost always draw your eyes towards the landscape outdoors – which is a great thing, right?

Deep turquoise lampshades also work a lot better than cream or white. This color is more noteworthy than any other neutral color elsewhere.

Unique Hues and Textures

A pewter shade is a textural base that would work well to tone down any bright-colored desk, credenza or chest. Don’t automatically default to cream or white if bright shades don’t work for you from the onset.

Bronze could also be an elegant neutral. The shades on a bronze chandelier would surely add depth to a room.

If other shades have previously inspired you, then try fusing the colors that caught your eye. You can concoct pastels to create a unique chandelier. You might also want to experiment with other hues that are not block colors. Think of zebra prints or any African safari motif. These could add a great touch to a room that is begging for variety.

You might also want to pick a patterned lampshade. This does not have to be loud all the time. You can use neutral-hued one and have it completed with a layered appeal. Using this kind of lampshade in the bedroom would not diminish the serenity.

African-woven fabrics in neutral can be repurposed when used as a shade. It has an eye-catching shape and size. Do you have any fabric that you go gaga over? Then why not ask us about it and see if it is available on a lampshade?

The next time you want to up the level of excitement in a room, think of letting go of the white lampshade. This is a small investment of money and your time which can have a huge impact on your home.

Century Furniture Lamps and Lighting Momentus Table Lamp SA8308

Century Furniture Lamps and Lighting Momentus Table Lamp SA8308

Shopping for Lampshades (In a Nutshell)

Here are some rules of thumb that you need to remember –

  • The shade should be 2/3 of the height of your lampshade base. The hardware underneath must also be hidden and not exposed under any circumstance.
  • More often than not, a round base calls for a round shade.
  • A square-base lamp placed on a round table should mirror the tabletop which is round.
  • The widest portion of the shade must be half an inch wider at each side compared to the widest base point.
  • Always consider where the lamp will be placed.

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