Write the measurement down so you remember it.
If the lamp’s neck is exposed from under the lampshade, that means you need a longer lampshade.
If the lamp is too tall for the shade, the harp will be exposed and cause a top-heavy effect. If your lamp is going to sit at eye level, it’s important to make sure the shade will be tall enough to cover the harp.
An UNO fitting is also recommended for bridge arm floor lamps. UNO fitters can be found on small and medium shades, and rarely on large and oversized shades.
Hexagonal shades can be paired with rustic rooms. Empire style shades match every base and room design.
For example, candlestick lamps have many curves and angles, so they can be paired with any lampshade. Pair a round shade with a square lamp that’s sitting on a round table.
Keep square lampshades with square lamp bases. [12] X Research source Drum lamp shades go well with round lamp bases.
