Lampshade refers to a fixture that covers the light bulb on a lamp to diffuse the light it emits. Besides the practical use of a lamp shade, much emphasis is also given to decorative and aesthetic features. The lamp shade should match the décor of the room and compliment it.

Sometimes we fall in love with a lamp and do not have an idea to make it look more attractive by choosing the right shade. In this article I will help you in the selection of right glass lamp shades. The height of the shade should be nearly three-quarters of the height of the base of lamp. Ensure that the shade should cover the lamp’s hardware and switch. View the lamp shade from various angles and see that if they match with the paint, décor and other accessories in your room.

If you have purchased a table lamp just sit at the chair next to it and ascertain whether it covers the hardware. The shade does not need to be as tall if the lamp is in an entryway where you won’t be viewing it from a sitting position. You can even change the height of a shade by swapping out the harp, the metal structure that holds most lampshades in place. A smaller harp will drop the shade lower. A larger harp will lift the shade higher.

Make sure that the diameter of the shade is wider in comparison to the diameter of the base. If you have placed the lamp on a table near a wall the shade will be somewhat narrower than the table or it will bump against the wall.