Light shade parts

Shade fittings and parts include the hardware needed to attach, replace, or adapt lampshades to UK fittings. Lumination stocks shade carriers, pendant rings, gimbal fittings, shade reducers, and lampholder adaptors for E27, E14, and B22 bases — covering standard UK shade ring sizes.

Shade Fittings and Parts — UK Standard Lampshade Hardware

The most common shade fitting types are: the pendant ring (a circular ring that suspends a shade from a pendant lampholder), the gimbal or duplex fitting (used to attach a shade to a table lamp or floor lamp base), and shade reducers (adaptor rings that allow a larger-aperture shade to fit a smaller lampholder ring). Lumination stocks these components for E27, E14, and B22 lampholders across standard UK ring sizes. Browse the complete lampshades and glass lampshades collections for shade options to complement these fittings.

Replacing Shade Carriers and Fittings — What to Measure

The shade carrier or ring size is measured by the outer diameter of the ring in millimetres. Standard UK lamp ring sizes are 28mm, 45mm, 60mm, and larger pendant ring formats. Confirm the ring size required by measuring the existing carrier or the opening at the top of the shade. For table lamps and floor lamps needing replacement shade hardware, Lumination's shade fittings range covers the most common UK formats. Browse the full lighting accessories range or contact Lumination's team at the Taunton and Wellington showrooms for parts identification assistance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Lumination stocks shade carriers, pendant rings, gimbal fittings, duplex carriers, shade reducers, and lampholder adaptors for E27, E14, and B22 bases. These components cover the most common UK lamp and pendant fitting types for replacing damaged or missing shade hardware. Shade rings are available in standard UK sizes (28mm, 45mm, 60mm, and larger pendant formats). With 25 years of specialism in residential lighting and 1,797+ Google reviews at 4.8 stars, Lumination provides accurate component listings with confirmed dimensions on each product page. If the specific part you need is not listed online, our team at the Taunton and Wellington showrooms can advise on sourcing or suitable alternatives for your fitting.

A shade carrier ring is measured by its outer diameter in millimetres. Standard UK duplex and gimbal shade carriers are available in 28mm, 45mm, and 60mm outer diameters — these correspond to the inner neck opening of the lampshade. To measure your existing carrier, use a ruler or calliper to measure across the full diameter of the ring. If replacing a damaged carrier, take the old ring with you to Lumination's Taunton or Wellington showroom for a direct size match, or measure it precisely before ordering online. The shade's inner aperture must also be confirmed to ensure the new ring fits through the shade's neck opening. Lumination's listings include ring dimensions on all shade fitting products.

A shade reducer is a stepped adaptor ring that allows a shade with a larger neck opening to fit a smaller-diameter lampholder ring. For example, a shade with a 45mm neck opening can be fitted to a 28mm lampholder ring using an appropriate reducer. Reducers are useful when replacing a shade on an existing fitting where the lampholder ring size and shade neck size do not directly match. Lumination stocks shade reducers for the most common UK size combinations. If you are unsure whether a reducer is needed, measure both the lampholder ring diameter and the inner diameter of the shade neck and compare them. Lumination's team at the Taunton and Wellington showrooms can advise on the correct reducer size. Free delivery applies to orders over £75.

Shade fittings from Lumination are designed to UK standard dimensions and are compatible with shades that use the corresponding ring or carrier size. However, not all lampshades are compatible with all shade fittings — the shade's inner neck diameter must match the carrier or ring size being used. Always confirm the shade neck size against the fitting dimensions before purchasing. Lumination's fabric lampshades and glass lampshades list the shade aperture dimensions on each product page, making it straightforward to match the correct carrier or ring. For non-standard or vintage shade formats, Lumination's team at the Taunton and Wellington showrooms can advise on suitable fittings from the accessories range.

Lumination's team at the Taunton showroom at 145 East Reach, Taunton, and at the Wellington showroom can provide in-person advice on replacing shade fittings and identifying the correct components for your lamp or pendant. Bring the old fitting, carrier, or the lampshade you need to fit — our specialists can identify the correct part from the range and confirm compatibility on the spot. For remote assistance, contact Lumination's team online or by phone with the measurements of your existing fitting. With 25 years of residential lighting specialism, Lumination is equipped to advise on both standard and unusual shade fitting requirements across the full range of UK lamp types.