How to Measure a Lamp Shade - Replacing a Lamp Shade - Lamps Plus

Lampshades are an easy and inexpensive way to update your decor. But before you buy a new one - do you know how to measure a lampshade? How do you know what size shade to buy? And what the heck are all those different kinds of fittings?
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This video provides a quick guide on measuring and fitting lampshades.

You'll need 4 measurements from your current shade when shopping for a new shade: the top diameter, the bottom diameter, the vertical slant, and the vertical height

There are 3 basic types of lampshade fitters: spider fittings, uno fittings, and clip-on fittings.

Spider fittings: are used with harps. The harp attaches to the lamp base, and the spider fitting sits on top of the harp and is often secured with a finial that screws onto the top of the harp. Table lamps often come with the correct harp included.

Uno fittings are used on smaller table lamps, bedside lamps, and swing-arm lamps. An Uno fitter attaches directly to the lamp socket.

Clip-on fittings are a specialty fitting seen on small accent lamps and chandeliers. The wire fitting simply clips directly onto the light bulb. Clip-on fittings are generally recommended with low-wattage bulbs.
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Now that you know how to select the right lampshade, get shopping. With a larger selection of lamp shade styles, Lamps Plus is a great place to start.
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If you have a lampshade sizing question that wasn't answered here, please leave it in the comments and we'll do our best to provide an answer.



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