Pendant shades

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Pendant lamp shades let you change the part of a ceiling light that carries the most visual character without replacing the whole fitting. A new pendant shade can soften the bulb, alter the spread of light and give a familiar room a completely different outline. When you need the pendant shade only, this collection focuses on shades for pendant lights, while our wider pendant lights include complete fittings and multi-light designs. Material decides how the light behaves. Glass pendant lamp shades keep the view open and allow plenty of brightness through, while fabric, metal and woven designs create a more directed or diffused glow. Small pendant lamp shades work neatly in groups or over compact surfaces, and the proportions in our small pendants are useful for comparison. At the other end of the scale, large pendants show how a broader shade can hold its own in a more generous space. Before choosing a pendant light shade, check the fitting type, diameter, height and the clearance beneath it. The shade should suit the pendant kit as well as the room, and heavier materials need secure support. If you are comparing overhead shades more generally, our ceiling lampshades cover a wider mix of shapes, while metal pendant lights and shades are rather good when you want a more focused pool of light.