Lampshades do more than cover light bulbs; they play an integral part in setting the ambience in any given space. But What colour lamp shade to choose? Selecting one with an appropriate hue can enhance decor and unify appearance; choosing otherwise can completely disarrange them all. Stella Lighting recognises the significance of lighting, including lampshades. We understand it can be overwhelming to choose one to complement your space or lighting needs; so here is a useful blog post on selecting one which works. 

Consider Your Room’s Purpose Initially

The first step when selecting lamps is considering their purpose in each room where they will reside. Here are a few pointers: 

• Living Room: For an inviting ambience, neutral tones such as cream, beige or light grey should suffice; for bolder statements choose jewel tones like emerald green or sapphire blue for maximum impact.
• Bedroom: To create a soothing environment, opt for soft hues like white, ivory or pale yellow in the bedroom and office respectively. 
• Office: If focus and productivity are what’s desired then opt for more vibrant hues like light blue or light green to achieve that ideal atmosphere. 

Complement Your Color Scheme

Think carefully about how existing colours in the room affect you when choosing lamp shade colours for matching or complementary looks in any given space. 

• Matching: A great example will be selecting light blue lampshades if your walls have been painted cool grey – something such as this could help create an eye-catching and inviting ambience!
• Contrast: For maximum impact in any room, choose a lamp in an eye-catching hue like red to create contrast and stand out as a focal point. A vibrant red shade would certainly do just that in a neutral living space! 

Stella Lighting Offers Shades for Every Style

At Stella Lighting, we offer a diverse selection of lamp shades in various colours, fabrics, and sizes to match your taste and existing decor.

• Classic Whites and Creams:  Our white and cream shades are timeless choices, perfect for maximizing light and creating an airy feel.
• Bold and Dramatic: If you crave a more dramatic touch, browse our selection of jewel tones like emerald green, sapphire blue, or ruby red.
• Patterned Elegance: For a touch of personality, consider lamp shades with tasteful patterns or textures. These can add visual interest and complement your existing decor.

Don’t Forget Your Lamp Base – Additional Tips

Keep this in mind too; here are a few general guidelines:

• Metal Bases: Silver, nickel or chrome bases combine well with crisp white or neutral-coloured shades; you may also try bolder hues for an eye-catching contemporary aesthetic. 
• Wood Bases: Warm wood tones complement cream-beige or light brown shades while black hues can add sophistication. 
• Material Matters: Material choices of lampshades also play a crucial role in how much light is distributed through them. Linen and fabric tend to produce soft light that diffuses evenly, perfect for creating cosy atmospheres.
• Glass or Metal: Both these materials allow more light to enter, making them perfect for task lighting or rooms that need brighter illumination.

Final Thoughts

At Stella Lighting, our selection of lamp shades spans an expansive spectrum in terms of colours, materials and sizes to meet every lighting need. No matter if it is a floor lamp or bedside table lamp you need, you are certain to find exactly the shade to light your space beautifully! We guarantee it!