Welcome to our size guide, please see the below for all lampshade and bed valance measurements.

Choosing a lampshade can seem more daunting than it is, follow our simple steps to get your lampshade just right. 

Step 1 - work with what you’ve got!

If you have lampshades, then work with these, even if it’s not the right size, it will give you a good idea of what you’re aiming for. Start by trying them all out on the lamp base/fitting you have in mind to see what sizes look right. If you find one that works, then simply follow step 2 to figure out the size. 

Step 2 - Understand our sizing and how to measure a lampshade. 

The base diameter is our lampshade size. So if you measure across the bottom of the lampshade and it measures 12”, then you’ll want a 12” etc…

Step 3 - Do you have a lamp base in mind?

Our lampshades can be placed on table lamps, pendant lights, wall lights and floor lamps. We really do have a shade for everyone and every space. 

When it comes to the base and finding the right lampshade to match - it’s not just the height of the base, it’s also the width and where the lamp will sit. 

Some of these are easy to figure out;

Wall lights - 6” candle clips are the one.

Narrow console, small side tables or a small little lamp base - 8” is usually best.

Bedside table lamp - 10” or 12”… sometimes a 14”.

The bigger ones in a sitting room, large kitchen or pendant lighting - 16”, 18” and 20”. 

Step 4 - Don’t stress, there are no rules, and sometimes you just have to take a leap of faith. 

The good news is that 99% of our customers get it right first time, but if you want to change them we’re here to help and make that easy for you.

Step 5 - Need more help?

Email us info@alicepalmer.co and one of our team will be more than happy to help.