LAMPS AND LIGHTING
Decide how your lampshade will fit in your interiors Before you get too concentrated on how the lampshade looks, don’t forget to look at the space it will go in. A bedside table lampshade could need a smaller profile if a bedside table is small or if there isn’t a lot of space to get in and out of the bed freely. While a floor lamp next to a wingback chair may afford a wider profile for its placement in your living room.
Determine if your lampshade is for ambiance, function or both Every lampshade that you put in your home doesn’t have to be just for function. While it’s obviously nice for your lampshades to diffuse the light from the light bulb to create a relaxing ambiance, the color of your shade can make a difference as well. Using allwhite decor in your home, especially in lampshades will give you maximum illumination. Consider using light toned shades for more light diffusion into the room and use darker shades to create a mood or ambiance in your space.
Safety first when it comes to choosing the right lampshade After you have chosen the lampshade you like, ensure it fits proper distance from the light bulb as all light bulbs give off heat. The size harp can adjust the lampshades, which is the metal arms that extend from the saddle of the lamp to hold the lampshade. Another way to adjust the distance is to use a variety of sized fitters that sit above the light bulb to ensure the lampshade sits adequately for safety and to prevent your lampshade from burning.
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| Architecture & Interiors Panorama
October -December 2013