Little Home Improvements – One Shade at a Time

Eos Feather Shade on Floor Lamp

Eos Feather Shade on Floor Lamp

We all take pride in our homes and want them to look their best. They are a haven that we retreat to at the end of a busy day, nowhere else could ever be as comforting.

As we find them so comfortable, we can sometimes be content to stick with the décor that we have become so used to – in fact sometimes we don’t even really see it! Take a look at your room with fresh eyes and be honest with what you see. There are a whole host of ways that you can quickly and in-expensively change the look and feel of your room without losing the comfort factor.

A splash of colour on the walls doesn’t need to involve a painter – a large piece of artwork, some ornaments and cushions in a new accent colour does wonders to instantly refresh a room. A change of the layout of the furniture will also help transform the space. But the one thing that can achieve a fresh look better than no other method, is to look at your lighting.

Lights, especially ceiling lights, often tend to be an unintended focal point of the room simply because of where they are placed. Smack bang in the centre of the room amidst a white ceiling – they are bound to stand out! Lamps will also tend to stand out as they will be in darker, less interesting corners of the room and become an artwork all of their own.

Here at Lighting and Lights, we have selected our favourite and top-selling easy fit ceiling pendants that you can swap on to your existing ceiling suspensions with ease. Just a couple of easy rules to abide by, then you can be on your way to updating your room in an instant!

  1. If you have a Bayonet Cap suspension, ensure that you get a shade ring reducer to ensure it will fit (most will now be manufactured to fit an E27 (ES) suspension)
  2. Make sure that you use the correct wattage of bulb to best suit the new shade (if in doubt, all LED bulbs will be safe to use)

They can also be used as floor or table lamps shades for using with our Tuscan lamp bases which can be purchased separately. Perfect for the modern bedroom aiming for a coordinated look.

A great way of bringing the copper trend to your home on a lower budget, we think these will look great over dining tables and in kitchens. They would also make a great choice for the hospitality trade to bring the look without feeling the pinch!

Ronda

Ronda Faux Silk Grey Drum Shade with Diffuser

RONDA: A modern ceiling drum shade in smooth, dark grey faux silk complete with a soft white acrylic diffuser with chrome disc detail. Shown here on a polished chrome suspension, it would look equally effective teamed with a white version.

These are ideal to add into a modern room for an instant refresh. They are compatible with LED lamps to help keep your running costs down. Also available in this range are a larger 60 cm diameter version. Both sizes are available in white, slate grey and ecru. The on-trend slate grey adds a sophisticated accent in any setting.

Silvia Shade

Silvia Mini Shade

The Sylvia mini ceiling shade features an organic triangular-shaped blades reminiscent of artichoke leaves. White in colour, the light delicately ripples through highlighting the gorgeous architecture of the shade.

This clever shade can be used as a ceiling light, a table light or on a floor lamp.

This will compliment any modern setting and will compliment a Scandinavian inspired room well. We absolutely love this light used in living room or bedroom to evoke a soft, warm effect.

OISIN

Oisin Aluminium Shade

OISIN:  A modern easy-fit ceiling shade made up of multiple twisted satin chrome ribbons, wound neatly around a pumpkin shaped frame. Comes complete with a diffuser which hides the lamp holder, giving an ethereal, floating aspect to the light.

This is a great and easy way to bring a space up to date, adding a modern touch of sparkle to any room.
Cybill

Glamorous Glass Droplet Ceiling Shade

CYBIL: A great way to add drama, glamour and oppulence into any room! An excellent quality light that bounces the light for luxurious shine and sparkle.

We love this in living rooms, hallways and master bedrooms.

Akira

Akira Bronze Shade

AKIRA: A compact ceiling pendant featuring a delicate fretwork to the brass, reminiscent of intricate Moroccan design. A cotton shade behind the fretwork ensures a gently diffused light to showcase the Marrakesh inspired design.
This shade is a wonderful addition to modern and more traditional settings alike. We especially love it as a feature piece in a hallway or living room. There is also a matching table lamp available; when used together they instantly refresh a room.
Eos Small

Eos Feather Shade

EOS: An easy fit ceiling shade featuring around 1,800 goose feathers. The feathers are arranged to overlap, adding a dramatic textured effect to any modern setting.

A clever design allows this to be a ceiling pendant or a lamp as required. Designed to fit an E27 (ES), this will also fit a bayonet cap (BC/B22) when used with a shade reducer ring (can be added when adding item to basket).

This will compliment any modern setting and will compliment a Scandinavian inspired room well. We absolutely love this light used in living room or bedroom to evoke a soft, warm effect.

If you want to add to the effect, we would recommend teaming this with our range of remote controlled LED colour changing bulbs – there is no end to the ambience you can create with the pair of them!

Peace of mind – these are CUL approved and fire resistant. They are also easy to clean with a hairdryer on a cool setting.

For more easy fit shades to transform your home in a jiffy, please have click here. If you have any questions, please let us help at sales@lightingandlights.co.uk

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