How tall should a lamp shade be?

The width of the lampshade (diameter at the bottom) should be roughly equal to the height of the lamp base. The height of the lampshade should be about two thirds the height of the lamp base. The lampshade should be the wider than the widest part of the lamp base.

Are there standard lampshade sizes?

Small lamp shades: bottom diameter/width of 6- to 9-inches. Medium lamp shades: bottom diameter/width of 10- to 11-inches. Large lamp shades: bottom diameter/width of 13- to 15-inches. Extra large lamp shades: bottom diameter/width of 16-inches or greater.

How do you measure a lampshade for a table lamp?

The height of a table lamp shade should be approximately the height of the base (to bottom of socket) x 60% up to 70%. The height of a floor lamp shade should be approximately the height of the base x 30% to 40%.

How do you measure the height of a lamp?

Sizing

Using a measuring tape or a ruler, measure your lamp from the bottom of the base to the point where the electrical socket attaches to the base.
The height of your lampshade should be between 30% and 50% of the height of your floor lamp’s base.

How do you measure lamp height?

Where should a lampshade hit a lamp?

The bottom edge of the lampshade should fall midway on the neck of the lamp. You don’t want the socket or the switch to be visible. When shade shopping, the shade size refers to the width across the bottom of the shade. The best shade will mimic the base of the lamp, and the shape of the table.

How do you add height to a table lamp?

You can use a wooden block to hold your table lamp. This is one of the best options because they are available in a variety of sizes and will add an exquisite touch to your fixture. Try painting them so they can better suit your room design.

Do lamp shades fit all lamps?

Fitters are not interchangeable, so be sure to use a shade with the correct fitter for your lamp. There are the three common fitters: Spider, Clip-On, and Uno. The spider lamp shade is the most common type of fitter for table and floor lamp shades.

How tall should my bedside lamp be?

28″-30″ tall
The bedside lamp should be 28″-30″ tall. Your lamps should look large enough to handle the bed and nightstands. It should be substantial.