Lamp Shades

Whether you're buying new table lamps or just looking to rejuvenate the look of your existing lamps, the right lamp shade can have a profound effect on the look of your lighting. So how do you know what to choose?

Picking Your New Lamp Shade

Choosing lamp shades is a very personal process. You need to figure out what kind of lamp shade fits your personal style. We're not suggesting that you try them on, but who hasn't worn a lamp shade or two at a party! Seriously, the elements you should look for when shopping for a new lamp shade are color and style. Typically, lamp shades are available in a wide array of solid colors, floral patterns and designs. You can find lamp shades in many popular styles like contemporary, western, antique and Victorian.

The Western Lamp Shade

A western lamp shade is the perfect complement to a rugged cowboy's den or office. Even greenhorns can appreciate the history and romanticism associated with these lamp shades.

The Country Lamp Shade

A country lamp shade offers a less rugged, more colonial and genteel feminine touch. These lamp shades evoke simpler times, although they certainly are not simplistic in their elegance.

The Victorian Lamp Shade

Lace, tassels, beads, fringe and fine fabrics. These are the raw materials that, when combined, create the most graceful and refined qualities of the Victorian lamp shade. Turn any table lamp, old or new, into a faux antique with the simple addition of one of these lamp shades.

Buying a Replacement Lamp Shade

On a tight budget? A replacement lamp shade can do just as much to renew and revitalize your home or office as a new lamp. When shopping for a replacement lamp shade, you should keep in mind the style of the lamp upon which it will sit. It should accentuate the lamp, not clash with it. You should also know how your new lamp shade needs to attach. Does it clip on? Should it be a chimney shade? Will it attach with a washer on the top? Relax. You can find them all!