One of the most important elements of decor and interior decoration is lighting. A unique atmosphere of comfort and warmth is able to create a lampshade made of fabric. Many years ago, such lamps were found in the homes of only very wealthy people. Today almost everywhere you can see chandeliers, table lamps and floor lamps of various designs, the lampshade of which is made of silk, organza or satin.
Advantages of fabric lampshade
Textile shades have a huge number of advantages. First of all, they are distinguished by an unsurpassed design. For those who want to find an original solution in the lighting of the room, this is just a godsend. A wide range of these products allows you to realize any design decision, choosing the right color and shape option that fits perfectly into the interior.
The fabric lampshade is able to create a unique atmosphere in any room. It thus scatters the rays so that the illumination is uniform and very pleasing to the eye. The muted electric light, thanks to the fabric lampshade, colors the room in softer colors.
Lamps with such a lampshade are usually very light. Among the advantages, it should be noted their resistance to dynamic loads. They practically do not fight, which is very important when using lampshades in hotels, bars and various club establishments.
Lampshade Material
Despite the fact that modern technologies make it possible to use high-quality and cheaper artificial materials for lampshade, preference is still given to natural fabrics.
The most expensive of these is silk. A lamp made of this material, made manually by a craftsman, sometimes surpasses a crystal chandelier in cost. The only drawback of silk lampshade (as, incidentally, made from other natural fabrics) is its fragility. Silk loses color very quickly, so it is better if it will be in lighter tones.
When choosing a ceiling lampshade made of fabric, velvet should be preferred. Its ability to absorb light will create a unique atmosphere in the room. Such fabrics as linen, cotton, jeans are also suitable for lampshade. Much attention should be paid to safety, therefore, with any fabric lampshade, it is recommended to use energy-saving lamps that heat up significantly less.
Location
The variety of fixtures existing in today's market allows you to choose the right model for any room. To create a cozy and relaxed atmosphere, a floor lamp installed in the corner of the room with a lampshade made of fabric will help. Its soft light does not irritate the eyes, but resembles a smooth and calm night flicker. Such a lamp will look very good next to a sofa, an armchair, a coffee table.
In the spacious room, you can install two floor lamps to balance the space and create symmetry.
The bedroom will be transformed by a chandelier with a fabric lampshade. Lighting is slightly muted, scattered, giving the room a special romance and providing a comfortable stay in it. Uniform distribution of light is ensured by the round shape of the lamp.
Table lamps with a lampshade made of fabric look very original complete with a sconce, similar in design. By placing several lights at different heights, you can get an interesting play of light and shadows. Textile lampshades perfectly combine with fabric wallpaper or velvet upholstery. As a rule, the material for the lamp is selected depending on the type of furniture.
However, fabric shade will not be appropriate in every room. It is not installed in the bathroom, in the hallway, where brighter lighting is required to make it convenient to dress and put yourself in order. Therefore, the main placements for such lamps are the bedroom, kitchen and living room.
How to choose a lampshade from fabric?
In addition to the shape and design of the lamp, attention must be paid to its color. He is able to set a specific tone for the room. So, a blue lampshade is more suitable for a bedroom, and a green or yellow lamp will look better in the living room. When choosing, the color of the walls should be taken into account, so that the lampshade harmoniously blends with the main color scheme.
The size of this device depends on the size of the room - the larger the room, the larger the lamp will be needed. When choosing a lampshade made of fabric, it is equally important to pay attention to the material from which it is made, to technical parameters, design complexity, and also the intensity of the light flux.