When determining how to choose a lamp shade, remember to consider how it will fit. Q: What are some of the biggest mistakes you can make when you choose a lamp shade? It’s so easy to choose the wrong size shade for your lamp. Here are some mistakes to avoid when deciding how to ...
The above lampshade is sitting at the perfect height. Shade height can be adjusted up or down by swapping the harp for a taller or shorter one, or you can add risers to the existing harp - but often if a shade is too small for the lamp, no amount of adjusting will make it cover ...
Learn how to easily recover a lamp shade with fabric to create the exact look you want for your space. This no-sew update is both simple and affordable! You would not believe how difficult it has been to find lamps for our bedroom. I mean, they’re just lamps…it shouldn’t be that...
How To Make A Modern Lamp With Clothespins If you are looking to add a modern and fun lamp to your home, this DIY modern clothespin lamp is the perfect fit. This is such an easy project, and it’s the perfect lamp for a teen’s room or anywhere that you want to add a contemporar...
Use this simple & easy DIY board and batten wainscoting tutorial to add tons of character to your home on a budget!
RULE:For a lamp sitting on a side table the bottom of lamp shade should always be at about eye level. It’s the same concept as the floor lamp rule. You want to have the light enhance your living room time not make it uncomfortable with harsh light in your eyes. Take the seat heigh...
Style matters.The lamp you choose should not only be functional but also fit the overall aesthetic of your workspace. Whether you prefer a modern, sleek look or a more traditional vibe, the right lamp can complement your decor and even serve as a statement piece. Consider the materials and ...
The woman has two beautiful oversized wicker-style lamp shades that are no longer in use for her home, so she does what she does best and upcycles them into elegant plastic pot-holding baskets. She opts to use larger hanging baskets that are about the side of the inside of her lampshade...
Since I didn’t have to buy a new lamp, I splurged a bit and had it custom-made to go with my room. But you can buy off-the-shelf lamp shades that will accomplish the same goal. Or dress up the shade you already have by gluing some trim to the bottom of it (like Wanda did ...
Use a combination tool or wire stripper to remove about 3/4 inch of outer insulation off of both ends of each wire. Step 3 Bryan Trandem Run the cords: Thread the cords through the lamp—the long one up through the base of the lamp, and the shorter lengths through the socket channels...