Light Shades

Our light shades are available in a variety of different traditional and modern styles and sizes as well as an extensive fabric and colour range.

Light shades are more than just functional accessories; they are essential elements of interior design that can set the mood, enhance lighting efficiency, and bring a unique touch to your space. By understanding the various styles, materials, and design considerations, you’ll be well-equipped to make the right choice for your lights that perfectly match your decor and create a cozy, inviting atmosphere in every room.

Light shades are available as drum shades, coolie shades, flush ceiling lights, extra large light shades, metallic lights, feature shades, pleated and ribbon shades.  Imperial lighting are proud to create light shades in traditional and modern styles.  As well as a large selection of colours and a varied fabric swatch we make lampshades from a small clip on candle lampshade to extra large shades suitable for commercial spaces and private homes.  All lights are handmade by our specialist team in our Devon workshop.

Whether you’re looking to enhance the ambiance of a room or improve task lighting, choosing the right lights can make a significant impact. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll delve into the world of shades, discussing their types, materials, design considerations, and how they can contribute to your overall interior design. Read on to discover how to illuminate your space with style and flair.

For help and advice or for free fabric and colour samples please contact us.

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Imperial Lighting has the UKs most comprehensive selction of lightshades, consistently providing both the public and trade with top quality shades to suit all types of interior décor and budget. Whether you’re after something ultra-modern and sleek or classic and traditional, we will have the perfect light shade for you.

We have carefully sourced an extensive selection in order to offer you a variety of light shade styles at competitive prices. We are also able to individually hand-make your shade to order from a vast range of colours and fabrics or even from fabric that has been supplied by you.

If you want a unique and personal shade then we can digitally print onto your lightshade which opens up endless options.

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Modern Light Shades

Modern lightshades also come in a huge number of different shapes, sizes and styles. Drum lightshades are by far the most popular in the UK and can dramatically enhance an interior. If you have a large space to fill, then opt for an extra large light shade.

Don’t limit yourself to just ceiling lightshades; modern light shades can be used in a variety of ways throughout your home. A table or floor light can be updated by using a stylish modern lightshade and then candle lightshades can add colour and texture to your walls.

Take a look below at the number of ways modern shades can be used:

Traditional Lightshades

If you are after a more classic look in your home, then a traditional lightshade could be the perfect choice for you. Opt for a pendant light to create a centre-piece that will add elegance and refinement to any suitable interior. Continue this theme throughout by adding traditional lightshades to your table and floor lights. Additionally using a traditional candle shade can instantly add texture and colour to the walls in your room.

Browse through the options of traditional shades that are available:

Online Shade Builder

If you would like to get creative then our online shade builder is ideal for you. It is an easy process that allows you create either a modern or traditional shade personally designed for you. Firstly browse through our shape options and choose your desired modern or traditional shape. Then choose a colour and fabric and our skilful team will expertly hand-make your lightshade in our Devon workshop. As a result it will be with you in 3 weeks. 

Lightshade Recover

If you have a shade that is a bit worn and damaged or you have a frame that you like but need to update the frame to suit your new décor, then take a look at our recovering service. We are also able to recover in one of our fabrics or we can use your own fabric.

Please note that we only able to recover “Soft Shades” so your lampshade structure must be rigid. It must also have metal struts holding the top and bottom rings together and be in a reasonable condition in order for us to work with the frame. Please click HERE to visit our lampshade recover page.