{"id":7681,"date":"2026-06-22T01:31:00","date_gmt":"2026-06-22T01:31:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jxlampshade.com\/lampshade-shapes\/"},"modified":"2026-07-27T15:36:48","modified_gmt":"2026-07-27T15:36:48","slug":"formes-dabat-jour","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/jxlampshade.com\/fr\/lampshade-shapes\/","title":{"rendered":"Formes d'abat-jour : Le glossaire visuel complet (12 types d'abat-jour en verre)"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n
\r\n

Lampshade Shapes: The Complete Visual Glossary (12 Glass Shade Types)<\/h1>\r\n

Not sure what to call that lampshade shape? This is the complete visual reference to the 12 most common glass lampshade silhouettes \u2014 drum, empire, coolie, bell, bowl, globe, schoolhouse, cylinder, square, oval, cone and tulip \u2014 each shown, named, and explained with its profile, typical fitting, light effect and best use.<\/p>\r\n

Quick answer:<\/strong> The 12 standard lampshade shapes are drum, empire, coolie, bell, bowl\/dome, globe, schoolhouse, cylinder, square, oval, cone and tulip. They differ by their side profile (straight, flared, curved or rounded) and by how they mount to the lamp or ceiling.<\/div>\r\n\r\n
\"Lampshade<\/div>\r\n
\u2b07 Download the free shapes chart (PNG)<\/a><\/div>\r\n\r\n

Why lampshade shape matters<\/h2>\r\n

A lampshade<\/a> does three jobs at once, and its shape decides how well it does each one. First, it controls where the light goes<\/strong>: an open, flared shade throws light down onto a surface, while a closed, rounded shade spreads a soft glow in every direction. Second, it sets the style<\/strong> of the fixture, from a clean modern drum to an ornate tulip. Third, it fixes the proportions<\/strong> of the whole lamp, which is why a shade that is the wrong height or width can make an otherwise beautiful base look off.<\/p>\r\n

With glass shades, shape also interacts with the material. The same opal globe that glows evenly on a bedside pendant would behave very differently as a wide clear-glass coolie over a dining table. That is why this glossary pairs every shape with the glass types and finishes that suit it best.<\/p>\r\n\r\n

Anatomy of a glass lampshade<\/h2>\r\n

Before comparing shapes, it helps to share a common vocabulary. Most shades are described by a handful of parts:<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
Part<\/th>\r\nWhat it is<\/th>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/thead>\r\n
Top opening<\/b><\/td>\r\nThe diameter of the upper edge. Narrow on empire and cone shapes, wide and equal to the base on a drum.<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
Body \/ wall<\/b><\/td>\r\nThe main surface \u2014 straight, flared, curved or spherical. This is what defines the shape family.<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
Bottom opening<\/b><\/td>\r\nThe lower edge where most of the light exits. The widest point on flared shapes.<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
Slope & height<\/b><\/td>\r\nThe angle of the wall and the vertical dimension, which together control proportion and spread.<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
Fitter<\/b><\/td>\r\nThe feature that attaches the shade to the fixture \u2014 a fitter neck, spider, UNO ring or clip. See the frames & fitters guide<\/a> for sizing.<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n\r\n

The four lampshade shape families<\/h2>\r\n

Every shape below belongs to one of four families based on its side profile. Recognising the family is the fastest way to name a shade you have never seen before.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
Family<\/th>\r\nProfile<\/th>\r\nShapes<\/th>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/thead>\r\n
Straight-sided<\/b><\/td>\r\nVertical walls, top and bottom roughly equal<\/td>\r\nDrum, Cylinder, Square<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
Flared \/ tapered<\/b><\/td>\r\nNarrow top widening to a broad base<\/td>\r\nEmpire, Coolie, Cone<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
Curved<\/b><\/td>\r\nWalls that bow or sweep outward<\/td>\r\nBell, Tulip<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
Rounded \/ closed<\/b><\/td>\r\nEnclosing forms that wrap the bulb<\/td>\r\nGlobe, Bowl\/Dome, Oval, Schoolhouse<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n\r\n

How to identify your lampshade shape in 3 steps<\/h2>\r\n
    \r\n
  1. Look at the side profile.<\/strong> Are the sides straight (drum, cylinder, square), flared (empire, coolie, cone), curved (bell, tulip), or rounded and closed (bowl, globe, oval, schoolhouse)?<\/li>\r\n
  2. Compare top vs. bottom width.<\/strong> Equal = drum or cylinder. Narrow top, wide bottom = empire, coolie or cone. Equal and round all over = globe.<\/li>\r\n
  3. Check how it mounts.<\/strong> The fitting (spider, UNO, fitter neck or clip) often points to the shape family. For full sizing and fittings, see our lampshade frames, sizes & fitters guide<\/a>.<\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n\r\n

    The 12 lampshade shapes, explained<\/h2>\r\n
    \r\n
    \"Drum\r\n
    \r\n

    1. Drum<\/h3>\r\n

    The most popular modern shape. Straight vertical walls and an equal top and bottom give it a clean, architectural look, and because both ends are open it casts light both up and down for balanced ambient lighting.<\/p>\r\n

    Also called:<\/b> straight shade, cylinder drum<\/p>\r\n

    Light effect:<\/b> even up-and-down ambient glow.<\/p>\r\n

    Best for:<\/b> modern living rooms, dining pendants, hotel lobbies.<\/p>\r\n

    We make it in:<\/b> opal cased glass<\/a> & machine-pressed glass<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n

    \"Empire\r\n
    \r\n

    2. Empire<\/h3>\r\n

    A timeless, gently tapered shape with straight sloping sides. The classic table-lamp silhouette \u2014 its wider base spreads light downward over a reading or side table while the narrow top keeps the fixture looking balanced.<\/p>\r\n

    Also called:<\/b> tapered shade, cone shade<\/p>\r\n

    Light effect:<\/b> soft downward spread, gentle upward light.<\/p>\r\n

    Best for:<\/b> table lamps, traditional and transitional interiors.<\/p>\r\n

    We make it in:<\/b> opal glass<\/a> for home lighting<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n

    \"Coolie\r\n
    \r\n

    3. Coolie<\/h3>\r\n

    An exaggerated, very wide and shallow cone with a small top and a sweeping base. It pushes almost all of its light straight down, which makes it a favourite for floor lamps and for washing light across a table or counter below.<\/p>\r\n

    Also called:<\/b> wide cone, coal shade<\/p>\r\n

    Light effect:<\/b> strong, broad downlight.<\/p>\r\n

    Best for:<\/b> floor lamps, downward wash, restaurants.<\/p>\r\n

    We make it in:<\/b> opal glass<\/a> & curved glass<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n

    \"Bell\r\n
    \r\n

    4. Bell<\/h3>\r\n

    A curved, flaring profile that sweeps outward like a bell. The graceful line softens traditional and transitional fixtures, and in seeded or clear glass it adds sparkle over a bar or kitchen island.<\/p>\r\n

    Also called:<\/b> bell-curve, flared shade<\/p>\r\n

    Light effect:<\/b> wide, decorative downward spread.<\/p>\r\n

    Best for:<\/b> pendants over bars and islands, caf\u00e9s.<\/p>\r\n

    We make it in:<\/b> clear seeded glass<\/a> & mouth-blown glass<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n

    \"Bowl\r\n
    \r\n

    5. Bowl \/ Dome<\/h3>\r\n

    A shallow rounded half-sphere. Mounted opening-up it works as a semi-flush ceiling bowl; opening-down it becomes a soft dome pendant. Opal glass turns it into a glare-free disc of light, ideal for corridors and low ceilings.<\/p>\r\n

    Also called:<\/b> dome, school bowl<\/p>\r\n

    Light effect:<\/b> diffuse, glare-free wash.<\/p>\r\n

    Best for:<\/b> flush & semi-flush fixtures, hallways, hotels.<\/p>\r\n

    We make it in:<\/b> curved glass<\/a> & opal glass<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n

    \"Globe\r\n
    \r\n

    6. Globe<\/h3>\r\n

    A full sphere with a small fitter opening. In opal glass it glows evenly like a small moon, with no visible bulb and almost no glare, which is why globes are a staple of modern pendants, vanity lights and bedrooms.<\/p>\r\n

    Also called:<\/b> sphere, ball, orb<\/p>\r\n

    Light effect:<\/b> even glow in every direction.<\/p>\r\n

    Best for:<\/b> pendant clusters, bathroom vanity, bedrooms.<\/p>\r\n

    We make it in:<\/b> opal glass<\/a> & mouth-blown glass<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n

    \"Schoolhouse\r\n
    \r\n

    7. Schoolhouse<\/h3>\r\n

    A rounded body that narrows into a ringed fitter neck at the top \u2014 the look of early-1900s American schools and shops. It screws onto a single fitter neck and gives off a warm, vintage glow that suits farmhouse and heritage interiors.<\/p>\r\n

    Also called:<\/b> schoolhouse, gourd-neck shade<\/p>\r\n

    Light effect:<\/b> warm, diffuse all-round glow.<\/p>\r\n

    Best for:<\/b> kitchens, farmhouse and vintage interiors, hallways.<\/p>\r\n

    We make it in:<\/b> opal glass<\/a> & machine-pressed glass<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n

    \"Cylinder\r\n
    \r\n

    8. Cylinder<\/h3>\r\n

    A slender straight tube, taller than it is wide. Its narrow footprint suits wall sconces and minimalist pendants, and in fluted or ribbed clear glass it throws crisp vertical highlights that read as contemporary.<\/p>\r\n

    Also called:<\/b> tube, column shade<\/p>\r\n

    Light effect:<\/b> tall, narrow up-and-down beam.<\/p>\r\n

    Best for:<\/b> wall sconces, minimalist pendants.<\/p>\r\n

    We make it in:<\/b> clear ribbed glass<\/a> & borosilicate glass<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n

    \"Square\r\n
    \r\n

    9. Square \/ Box<\/h3>\r\n

    Four flat sides and crisp edges give this shade a geometric, architectural character. In frosted opal glass it reads as calm and modern, pairing well with minimalist bases and contemporary table lamps.<\/p>\r\n

    Also called:<\/b> box, cube shade<\/p>\r\n

    Light effect:<\/b> even ambient with defined edges.<\/p>\r\n

    Best for:<\/b> modern table lamps, geometric interiors.<\/p>\r\n

    We make it in:<\/b> frosted opal glass<\/a> & machine-pressed glass<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n

    \"Oval\r\n
    \r\n

    10. Oval<\/h3>\r\n

    A softly flattened ellipsoid, wider than it is tall. The gentle horizontal form is easy to live with at close range, which makes it a quiet choice for bedside lamps, sconces and hotel guest rooms.<\/p>\r\n

    Also called:<\/b> ellipse, egg shade<\/p>\r\n

    Light effect:<\/b> soft, low, wide glow.<\/p>\r\n

    Best for:<\/b> bedside lamps, sconces, hotel guest rooms.<\/p>\r\n

    We make it in:<\/b> curved glass<\/a> & hotel-grade opal glass<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n

    \"Cone\r\n
    \r\n

    11. Cone<\/h3>\r\n

    A clean cone with a wide top tapering to a point at the bottom. It funnels light into a tight pool, which makes it the go-to task shape for pendants over kitchen counters, workbenches and retail displays.<\/p>\r\n

    Also called:<\/b> funnel, downlight cone<\/p>\r\n

    Light effect:<\/b> focused, concentrated task light.<\/p>\r\n

    Best for:<\/b> task pendants over counters, retail & display.<\/p>\r\n

    We make it in:<\/b> colored glass<\/a> & mouth-blown glass<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n

    \"Tulip\r\n
    \r\n

    12. Tulip<\/h3>\r\n

    A decorative shape with a fluted body and a flared, scalloped top edge that opens like a tulip. It carries Art Nouveau<\/a> and vintage chandelier styling, and the petalled rim throws a pretty, layered light onto the ceiling.<\/p>\r\n

    Also called:<\/b> petal, lily, flower shade<\/p>\r\n

    Light effect:<\/b> decorative, upward-petalled glow.<\/p>\r\n

    Best for:<\/b> vintage chandeliers, wall sconces, hospitality.<\/p>\r\n

    We make it in:<\/b> handmade glass<\/a> & lampwork glass<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n

    All 12 lampshade shapes at a glance<\/h2>\r\n

    Use this table as a quick reference when you need to match a shape to a room, a glass type or a fitting without scrolling back through the cards above.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
    Shape<\/th>\r\nFamily<\/th>\r\nLight direction<\/th>\r\nBest room<\/th>\r\nSuggested glass<\/th>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/thead>\r\n
    Drum<\/td>\r\nStraight<\/td>\r\nUp & down, even<\/td>\r\nLiving room, dining<\/td>\r\nOpal<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
    Empire<\/td>\r\nFlared<\/td>\r\nMostly downward<\/td>\r\nLiving room, study<\/td>\r\nOpal<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
    Coolie<\/td>\r\nFlared<\/td>\r\nStrong downlight<\/td>\r\nReading nook, restaurant<\/td>\r\nOpal<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
    Bell<\/td>\r\nCurved<\/td>\r\nWide downward<\/td>\r\nBar, island, caf\u00e9<\/td>\r\nClear \/ seeded<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
    Bowl \/ Dome<\/td>\r\nRounded<\/td>\r\nDiffuse wash<\/td>\r\nHallway, hotel corridor<\/td>\r\nOpal<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
    Globe<\/td>\r\nRounded<\/td>\r\nAll directions<\/td>\r\nBedroom, bathroom<\/td>\r\nOpal<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
    Schoolhouse<\/td>\r\nRounded<\/td>\r\nWarm all-round<\/td>\r\nKitchen, farmhouse hall<\/td>\r\nOpal<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
    Cylinder<\/td>\r\nStraight<\/td>\r\nTall, narrow<\/td>\r\nSconce, minimalist pendant<\/td>\r\nClear \/ borosilicate<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
    Square \/ Box<\/td>\r\nStraight<\/td>\r\nEven, geometric<\/td>\r\nModern table lamp<\/td>\r\nFrosted opal<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
    Oval<\/td>\r\nRounded<\/td>\r\nLow, wide<\/td>\r\nBedside, hotel room<\/td>\r\nOpal<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
    Cone<\/td>\r\nFlared<\/td>\r\nFocused task<\/td>\r\nCounter, retail<\/td>\r\nColored \/ clear<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
    Tulip<\/td>\r\nCurved<\/td>\r\nDecorative, upward<\/td>\r\nChandelier, sconce<\/td>\r\nOpal \/ handmade<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n\r\n

    How lampshade shape affects light<\/h2>\r\n

    Shape is not only a style decision. It is the single biggest factor in how a fixture lights a room, because the openings and the wall angle decide where the light can escape.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
    Shape group<\/th>\r\nLight behaviour<\/th>\r\nUse it for<\/th>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/thead>\r\n
    Open top & bottom (drum, cylinder, empire)<\/td>\r\nLight escapes up and down equally<\/td>\r\nAmbient and general lighting<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
    Wide bottom, narrow top (coolie, cone)<\/td>\r\nLight is funneled downward into a pool<\/td>\r\nTask lighting over a surface<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
    Closed \/ enclosing (globe, bowl, schoolhouse, oval)<\/td>\r\nLight diffuses through the glass in all directions<\/td>\r\nSoft, glare-free ambient glow<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n

    Glass opacity then fine-tunes the result. Opal glass<\/a> diffuses the bulb into an even glow and hides the filament, while clear glass<\/a> shows the bulb and produces sharper, more directional light with visible sparkle.<\/p>\r\n\r\n

    Choosing a shape by lamp type and room<\/h2>\r\n

    Two rules cover most decisions. For proportion, a table-lamp shade should be roughly one-third of the total lamp height and a little wider than the widest part of the base. For pendants, scale the shade to the surface below \u2014 a single pendant over a small table looks best around one-third of the table’s width, while a dining table usually needs a wider drum, bell or a row of globes.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
    Lamp type<\/th>\r\nShapes that work best<\/th>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/thead>\r\n
    Table lamp<\/td>\r\nEmpire, Drum, Square, Oval<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
    Floor lamp<\/td>\r\nCoolie, Drum, Empire<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
    Pendant<\/td>\r\nGlobe, Bell, Cone, Schoolhouse, Drum<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
    Wall sconce<\/td>\r\nCylinder, Tulip, Oval, Bell<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
    Flush \/ semi-flush ceiling<\/td>\r\nBowl\/Dome, Globe<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n\r\n

    Glass type and finish for each shape<\/h2>\r\n

    Because we are a glass lampshade manufacturer, every shape above can be produced in different glass bodies and surface finishes. The right pairing depends on whether you want diffusion, sparkle, color or heat resistance.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
    Glass type<\/th>\r\nCharacter<\/th>\r\nSuits shapes<\/th>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/thead>\r\n
    Opal \/ opal-cased<\/a><\/td>\r\nDiffuses light, hides the bulb, even glow<\/td>\r\nGlobe, Bowl, Drum, Schoolhouse, Oval<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
    Clear \/ seeded<\/a><\/td>\r\nShows decorative bulbs, sparkle, directional<\/td>\r\nBell, Cone, Cylinder<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
    Colored<\/a><\/td>\r\nAdds mood and accent tone<\/td>\r\nCone, Bell, Tulip<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
    Borosilicate<\/a><\/td>\r\nHigh heat & thermal-shock resistance<\/td>\r\nCylinder, Globe, enclosed fixtures<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n

    Finishes \u2014 frosted<\/a>, acid-etched, sandblasted, electroplated and hand-painted \u2014 can be applied to any of these to soften glare or match a brand palette.<\/p>\r\n\r\n

    How each shape is made: glass lampshade manufacturing processes<\/h2>\r\n

    The shape a glass shade can take depends heavily on how the glass is formed. A deep globe is blown; a precise square is pressed. Knowing the process helps you specify the right shape and understand its cost, wall thickness and finish. These are the six processes we run in-house.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
    Process<\/th>\r\nHow it works<\/th>\r\nBest for these shapes<\/th>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/thead>\r\n
    Mouth-blown<\/a><\/td>\r\nMolten glass is blown by hand into a mould or free-formed, giving organic, seamless curves and a soft hand-made character.<\/td>\r\nGlobe, Bell, Cone, Tulip<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
    Machine-pressed<\/a><\/td>\r\nGlass is pressed into a steel mould under pressure for tight tolerances, crisp edges and consistent repeat production.<\/td>\r\nDrum, Square, Schoolhouse<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
    Centrifugal (spun)<\/a><\/td>\r\nGlass is spun in a rotating mould so centrifugal force shapes wide, even, open forms with thin walls.<\/td>\r\nCoolie, Bowl, Dome<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
    Lampwork (borosilicate)<\/a><\/td>\r\nBorosilicate rod and tube are worked at the torch for heat-resistant, intricate, fine detail.<\/td>\r\nCylinder, decorative small shades<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
    Curved \/ bent<\/a><\/td>\r\nFlat or pressed glass is heat-slumped over a form to create smooth single or compound curves.<\/td>\r\nOval, Bowl, curved panels<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
    Handmade \/ art glass<\/a><\/td>\r\nHand-shaping, casing and hand-painting for one-off and small-batch decorative pieces.<\/td>\r\nTulip, colored & art shades<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n\r\n

    Lampshade shapes by interior design style<\/h2>\r\n

    Shape is one of the fastest ways to signal a design language. If you are specifying shades for a project, start from the room’s style and work toward the silhouette.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
    Interior style<\/th>\r\nShapes that fit<\/th>\r\nWhy<\/th>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/thead>\r\n
    Modern & minimalist<\/td>\r\nDrum, Globe, Square, Cylinder<\/td>\r\nClean geometry and unbroken surfaces keep the look quiet and architectural.<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
    Traditional & classic<\/td>\r\nEmpire, Bell, Schoolhouse<\/td>\r\nTapered and curved silhouettes read as timeless and formal.<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
    Industrial<\/td>\r\nCone, Coolie, Schoolhouse<\/td>\r\nOpen metal-and-glass forms echo factory task lighting; clear or seeded glass adds grit.<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
    Art Deco & Art Nouveau<\/td>\r\nTulip, Bell, fluted Cylinder<\/td>\r\nSculptural, petalled and fluted glass suits decorative period interiors.<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
    Farmhouse & rustic<\/td>\r\nSchoolhouse, Bowl, Globe<\/td>\r\nWarm opal glass and rounded forms feel homely and unfussy.<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
    Coastal & Scandinavian<\/td>\r\nDrum, Globe<\/td>\r\nSoft, light, glare-free opal shapes keep rooms feeling bright and calm.<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n\r\n

    How to measure and specify a glass shade for production<\/h2>\r\n

    For wholesale and OEM orders, a clear spec avoids costly sampling rounds. When you request a quote, the more of these you provide, the faster we can tool and price the shade. A simple sketch with the figures below is usually enough to start.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
    Spec<\/th>\r\nWhat to provide<\/th>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/thead>\r\n
    Top diameter<\/b><\/td>\r\nThe width of the upper opening (mm).<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
    Bottom diameter<\/b><\/td>\r\nThe width of the lower opening (mm) \u2014 the widest point on flared shapes.<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
    Height<\/b><\/td>\r\nVertical height; for sloped shades, note the slant height too.<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
    Fitter type & size<\/b><\/td>\r\nFitter neck, spider, UNO or clip \u2014 with the neck or ring diameter.<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
    Wall thickness<\/b><\/td>\r\nAffects weight, diffusion and strength; typically 2\u20134 mm for shades.<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
    Glass & finish<\/b><\/td>\r\nOpal, clear, colored or borosilicate, plus frosted, etched or painted.<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
    Quantity<\/b><\/td>\r\nMOQ is 500 pcs for catalog shapes and 1,000 pcs for full custom tooling.<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n

    Not sure of every figure? Send a sample or a competitor reference and our engineers will reverse-engineer a spec. Request a quote<\/a> to start.<\/p>\r\n\r\n

    Glass lampshade shape trends in 2026<\/h2>\r\n

    Shape preferences move with interior fashion. These are the directions we are seeing most in current project and retail orders:<\/p>\r\n