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HOW TO SPECIFY A LAMINATED SHADE IN STEPS
CHOOSE THE STYLE & SHAPE
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Generally, a standard table lamp will use a shade width
that matches the height of the base below. But this is a
subjective choice. Some people may prefer long and linear
shades if they have a large space to fill and some people
might under-shade to fit in a limited space.
When replacing an old shade we require measurements
including the diameter of the shade rings at the base and
top of the shade as well as the length of the slope or
vertical height.
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CHOOSE THE SIZE NEEDED
Shades typically increase in 2 inch increments and are
measured at the widest width (usually the base). Shades
are still traditionally measured in inches and you will see
these alongside the metric measurements on pages 6-7.
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CHOOSE THE PURPOSE
It is important to specify if the shade is intended to be used
for a Ceiling Pendant or for a Table/Floor Lamp, so that the
correct gimble can be used.
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4 CHOOSE THE GIMBLE
The Gimble is the hanging or support frame inside the
lampshade. Our standard shades are supplied with a 42mm
holed gimble to suit E27 lamp-holders. Each gimble comes
with a reducer ring which can be used with the Bayonet
cap (B22) lamp-holders. The standard Pendant or Table/
Floor Lamp Gimble will be selected once the purpose is
identified. To see our additional options see page 8.
