What you need to know about Fabric Lampshade Lighting

I delivered the restored Chimney Bell lampshade (replaced liner only) to my customer and took pictures of the lit shade.  I was pleased to see the proper placement of the bulb inside the chimney shade.  This lit  lampshade shows off the elegance of the detailed wire lampshade frame with a 60 watt energy efficient bulb. .

Bell Fabric Lampshade

Chimney Bell Fabric Lampshade

Below are samples of incorrect lighting in a fabric lampshade.  

Fabric Bell Scalloped Fabric Lampshade

Fabric Lampshade with 100 Watt Bulb

The fabric lampshade has a 100 watt bulb.

 You can see the glow where the bulb sits.  Watts too high for lampshade.

Bell Lampshade with tall chimney

Bulb in Center of Chimney Top Lampshade

The bulb is sitting too high in the chimney. The lamp needs a taller harp on the lamp base.  You can also adjust with a shade riser sold at most hardware stores.

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