Measuring Lamp Shades For Table Lamps

Measure the shade s sloping side.

Measuring lamp shades for table lamps.

The distance in inches across the top across the bottom on the slant if applicable and the height. Overall lamp and table measurements. Bedside table lamp scale. We have a 17 base length so the 16 shade fits in the 15 19 range.

Measure the height of your table lamp base up to below the socket and then choose a shade that is approximately the same width. The height of a floor lamp shade should be approximately the height of the base x 30 to 40. The shade should be twice as wide as the lamp base and one third of the total height of the lamp. At a 27 fixture height we are under the 40 5 mark so this is a good lamp and table combo.

A floor lamp should have a lamp shade that is approximately 1 3 the height of the lamp. These measurements are always listed the same way. If you have a square lamp shade it obviously won t have slope. And when you re considering width don t forget location.

For the height start from the lamp base u to the bottom of the rod. The bulb holder and the rod is not included in the measurement. The height of a table lamp shade should be approximately the height of the base to bottom of socket x 60 up to 70. Place the end of the measuring tape at the top edge of the shade and pull it down to the bottom edge to measure the slope.

To choose the right lamp shade width measure your lamp base and multiply by two. Set the shade down on the table once more. You can do away with any design rule when you re looking to break the mold with a striking contemporary lamp. There are three basic types of lamp shade fittings.

Next you need to decide on the type of shade fitting you need. Lamp shades for floor lamps to replace a shade for a floor lamp consider that floor lamp shades need to generally be larger due to the height of the lamp. For a balanced look a table lamp should have a lamp shade that is approximately 2 3 the height of the lamp. The widest part of your shade should be at least a half inch wider than the widest part of your base on each side.

Measure shade height along the slant. Here the four measurements you will need to take before buying a new lamp shade. 27 x 1 5 40 5. First measure the base and height of your lamp.

For a round base measure straight across. Most shades for table lamps measure 16 at the bottom or less. Lamp base height and lamp shade width. Spider fittings uno fittings and clip on fittings.

Measure diagonally for a square base. So for a 6 inch lamp base the shade should be at.