Monday, January 20, 2014
Blue silk string chandelier shade
Traditional chandelier shade with a modern color! A beautiful blue silk string chandelier shade!
Black linen square chandelier with gold interior
Modern elegance! Look at this black linen square chandelier shade with a gold accent inside!
Whirred pleat empire in bronze
Want a modern twist on a traditional shade? Here is our shirred pleat empire shade in bronze!
Embroidered shades
Here are two stunning shades! Beautiful embroidered British empire shades! Available in tan and grey!
The perfect pairing
A perfect pairing of our real mica shade with our beautiful Alabaster pineapple lamp. Both are available in our Greenwich store.
Real mica cut corner rectangle shade!
Stunning real mica cut corner rectangle shade! Now that’s what i call a statement!
Black shades
Black shades make a room feel elegant and sophisticated. They set the mood in a room whether it is intimate or extravagant!
Black paper shade with gold interior
Isn’t this different? A black paper hexagon empire shade with a gold interior!
Retro ruffle drum
Isn’t this so pretty!? This is a retro drum shade with black ruffles and grey accents!
Crackle bubble drum shade
Check out this beautiful crackle bubble drum shade, which is made from black linen!
Why should you choose one of our stock shades versus going custom?
It may be true that going with a
custom shade insures that you get exactly what you want in your space. However, getting a custom shade can add
up in costs. Here at just shades
we have a large selection of intricately designed shades that give you the
custom look without the added costs. We have shades that are embroidered,
shades that have Swarovski crystals, even metal shades. You can get the look you are going for
at a much lower cost than designing a custom shade. Our stock shades are beautifully designed so you will be
satisfied in knowing it will last for years to come. Come see for yourself how elegant and interesting a stock
shade from Just Shades can be. You
will fool your friends into thinking that you spent hundreds getting a custom
shade made when you really saved by getting a fantastic stock shade.
Come and see for yourself at both
of our locations!
New York:
Address: 21 Spring Street, NYC, NY
10012
Phone: 212-966-2757
Fax 212-334-6129
Hours of Operation:
Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday: 9:30am -
6:00pm
Thursday: 9:30am - 8:00pm
Saturday: 9:30am - 5:00pm
Sunday: 11:00am - 5:00pm
Monday: Closed
Website: http://justshadesny.com/index.html
Greenwich:
Address: 154 Prospect Street, Greenwich,
CT 06830
Phone: 203-681-2757
Hours of Operation:
Monday - Saturday:
10:00am - 6:00pm
Sunday: 12:00pm
- 5:00pm
Know Your Lamp Inside And Out!
THE ANATOMY OF A LAMP SHADE
Four dimensions are
important when measuring for shade replacement; top and bottom diameters, depth
and drop. The following diagrams illustrate the necessary measurements.
REFLECTOR - grooves in spider to keep shade from sliding off bowl
FLAME CLIP
CLIP
- snaps
onto light bulb
UNO
- quarter
sized hole in the center of the spider with screw threads
HARP
- are
made in 1/2″
increments
GLASS
REFLECTOR BOWL - Bowls come in 3 sizes
HOW TO MEASURE SHADE HEIGHTS FOR
REPLACEMENT
Soft Shades
a -Top Diameter
b – Bottom Diameter
c – Depth – (vertical height)
d – Fitter Recess
(drop)
Hardback Shades
a – Top Diameter
b – Bottom Diameter
c – Side
d – Fitter Recess (drop)
10 Quick Tips for Choosing the Perfect Lampshade
Every room in your home is enhanced with beautiful light and illumination from natural means like sunlight to artificial means such as lamps and lighting fixtures. When choosing the perfect lamps for your interiors do you ever consider what type of lampshade will look best with the setting? From pendant lampshade fixtures that hang above your dining room table to floor lamps that grace your favorite reading chair, here are quick tips to help you choose the perfect lampshade for your home.
1. Choose a lampshade that compliments the colors in your room
Your living room, bedroom and any space that requires illumination should be looked at as a whole when it comes to choosing lampshade colors. Whether you want your lights to be the focal point of the room – then choose bold colors that will stand out amongst other decor. For a more subtle approach use neutral tones in lampshade colors.
2. Pick a lampshade that is the right combination for its base
When looking for the perfect lampshade, look at the base and lampshade as a pair. Depending on if you have a tall and slender or a wide and broad shade will help you choose the right shade. The lamp shade should be low enough to cover the switch just slightly, but not too low that you have to reach up under it to operate the lamp switch.
3. Decide how your lampshade will fit in your interiors
Before you get too concentrated on how the lampshade looks, don’t forget to look at the space it will go in. A bedside table lampshade could need a smaller profile if a bedside table is small or if there isn’t a lot of space to get in and out of the bed freely. While a floor lamp next to a wingback chair may afford a wider profile for its placement in your living room.
4. Determine if your lampshade is for ambiance, function or both
Every lampshade that you put in your home doesn’t have to be just for function. While it’s obviously nice for your lampshades to diffuse the light from the light bulb to create a relaxing ambiance, the color of your shade can make a difference as well. Using all white decor in your home, especially in lampshades will give you maximum illumination. Consider using light toned shades for more light diffusion into the room and use darker shades tocreate a mood or ambiance in your space.
5. Choose a pendant lampshade that compliments the room
Pendant lampshades have come a long way over the years in interior design. There has been a return of large print, dynamic colors and broad profile lampshades reminiscent of the 60’s and 70’s when large graphics and color was huge in design! Bring these elements into your dining room pendant lampshade. Ensure your dining table mimics the similar style to compliment the fixture.
6. Bring lampshades into unconventional rooms in your home
When looking for the right lampshade, remember that lamps can go in your bathroom, basement or laundry room to add ambiance and to create an aesthetic that wasn’t once there. In many modern homes, designers are using pendant drum lampshades to create a focal point over a free-standing bathtub. If you have countertop area in your laundry room, why not place a small lamp as a “nightlight” or ambiance when walking by a dark laundry room? The right lampshade can make all the difference in unconventional spaces.
7. Make a statement with your lampshades or none at all
When considering the right lampshade also look to your room to determine if you’d like to make a statement or would prefer your lampshades to blend into the surrounding decor. Complimenting colors and fabrics used on furniture can be the inspiration for lampshades that share the same color palettes as textiles, wallpaper, accent rugs and throw pillows.
8. Safety first when it comes to choosing the right lampshade
After you have chosen the lampshade you like, ensure it fits proper distance from the light bulb as all light bulbs give off heat. The size harp can adjust the lampshades, which is the metal arms that extend from the saddle of the lamp to hold the lampshade. Another way to adjust the distance is to use a variety of sized fitters that sit above the light bulb to ensure the lampshade sits adequately for safety and to prevent your lampshade from burning.
9. Choosing the right lampshade shape for your lamp
If you want to replace your current lampshade for another, take into consideration the different shapes available. From a drum/cylinder, floor, empire, coolie or the traditional bell type will help set the design style in your room. Many lamp manufacturers can help you choose the right one by choosing a base and they will give suggestions of what shape will fit best.
10. Make your own lampshades for a custom look
In our modern world of social sharing the ability to make DIY projects customized for our own tastes has never been better! If you are crafty why not make or embellish your own shade with ribbon, crocheted rosettes, fabric, or other adornments for a unique look that will only be found in your home!
How to Pick The Right Lamp Shade
Picking the perfect shade is a lot like choosing the right jewelry – it has to fit the place and occasion, complement without overwhelming, and draw just enough attention to be noticed. And if you put it on and it doesn’t make your heart beat a little faster, keep looking. There’s something better.
The following tips will help you choose the shade that's right for your lamp and your setting.
Height
As a rule of thumb, choose a shade that's two-thirds the height of the base. That proportion assures that the lamp won't look top or bottom heavy. You also want to make sure the shade doesn't expose any of the hardware underneath, such as the harp (the wire frame around the light bulb).
Shape
If the base is round, it will look best with a round shade. A square or angular base generally looks best with a square shade.
The exception: If you're putting a square-base lamp on a round table, you might like to echo the tabletop by using a round shade.
In general, however, it's best to choose a shade that reflects the shape of the base and the shape of the table it's sitting on.
A candlestick lamp looks good with just about any shape of shade.
Width
The widest part of the shade should be at least a half-inch wider on each side than the widest point of the base.
Consider the location of the lamp. You don't want to crash into the shade every time you get in or out of bed, for example. Make sure the shade doesn't extend beyond the tabletop.
The same holds true for a lamp on a hall table: Don't let it stick out so far that you bang into it when you walk by.
(And yes, this lamp has a round base and a squarish shade. But the exception makes sense here, because the shade can sit flush against the wall, minimizing collisions in a high-traffic area.)
Translucency
If you need the lamp to read by or to shed ambient light, go with a translucent shade.
If you're using the lamp only as an accent light and don't need it to illuminate the room or to shed light on a task, an opaque shade can be a good choice.
Pleating
Pleated lampshades tend to look more traditional; they are most appropriate in rooms furnished with antiques or that have a lot of pattern and detail.
If the room is contemporary, go with a non-pleated shade. If you have a contemporary room and really want to use a pleated lampshade, try a box pleat — its geometric design tends to look fresher and more modern than that of its conventional counterpart.
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