Glass Lamp Shades

Jessica Zernike | Feb 10, 2021

Lighting

Decorating your home often involves deciding how to add the right amount of lighting without compromising on design. With numerous options available for lamps and lamp shades, the number of looks you can create is potentially unlimited.

Make a statement with a bright, bold glass shade, or go with a more classic, etched glass motif. Whichever you prefer, a glass lamp shade can diffuse light efficiently and provide a design element you may have never considered.

The major purpose of any lamp shade is to temper the intense light provided by a bare lightbulb, shielding the eyes from its extreme brightness. In addition, it can diffuse or reflect light creating a certain ambiance in your living room or bedroom, or be tilted in a way as to highlight something such as artwork. For many, however, it serves more profoundly as a decorative addition to the room.

For home offices that require task lighting opt for a shade with a wide, open base such as an empire or bell-shaped piece, as it directs the light downward over your workspace. For ambient lighting in living areas or bedrooms, hurricane, oval, or round shades help diffuse the light more effectively.

A good lighting rule is to choose a lamp shade that allows enough light to shine through for the location. Too thin, and you may have too much intense light. Too thick or opaque, and you render the lamp useless. For this reason, a glass lamp shade may well be the perfect choice every time. Glass shades diffuse light,protect the eyes from sharp rays, and create a unique design element all at the same time.

Fortunately, glass shades come in a variety of sizes, shapes, colors, and designs. From hourglass-shaped shades to the more traditional and classy stained glass pieces, you have many choices. Stylish, fashionable, decorative, and light-enhancing, these shades can dress up any room.

This novelty lamp shade comes in vibrant, ombre colors. Transitioning seamlessly from blue to teal with a unique shape, this lamp shade is a beautiful statement piece that adds detail to any living room. Made of hand-blown glass, this design draws inspiration from California’s coastline, making it perfect for a beach house.

5" H Glass Bell Lamp Shade ( Screw On ) in Beige

Simple and classic, this glass bell shade fits into any room. Its beige color allows the lamp to emit a slightly muted light, creating a softer, more inviting look. The shape of this shade is timeless and is perhaps one of the more versatile designs available. With its screw-on attachment, it’s also easy to set up, and the 5” diameter won’t overwhelm small spaces.

3.75" H Glass Bowl Lamp Shade ( Screw On ) in Clear

For a simple and affordable glass lamp shade, this glass bowl-style piece is ideal. It comes in a classic ribbed style and is screwed on for simple installation. The lamp shade measures 3.57” H x 6.5” W and blends seamlessly into spaces decorated in a traditional farmhouse or Grand Estate-style.

5.5" H Glass Oval Glass Lamp Shade (Fitted) in Silver Mercury

Add a touch of glamour to your favorite room with this oval fitted lamp shade. This chic ovoid shade makes an understated style statement. While the color of this shade is silver mercury, specks of gold can be seen throughout, creating a beautiful decorative element for your home. Weighing in at just 0.68 lbs overall, it can easily be added to delicate lamps without fear of breakage.

Meyda Tiffany 138904 Belvidere Lamp Shade, 8" Width

For a classy, more subdued look, this 7.6” Tiffany glass shade provides a mesmerizing eye-catching appeal that is hard to resist. With its perfect mixture of brown, beige, and gold in the Mission Art glass style, it fits perfectly with dark leather furniture of a living room or earthy colors of a bedroom.

5.25" H Glass Bell Lamp Shade ( Screw On ) in Gray

Give your space an elegant, timeless look with this glass lamp shade, which features a whimsical pattern of white and grey milky swirls to soothe the mind and appeal to the senses. The curved bell shape casts diffuse ambient light around your space. This is a screw-on lamp shade that comes with a fitter.

NOSHY Premium Dragonfly Tiffany Lamp Shade Replacement for Table Lamp, SH-057, 14-Diamater, Multi-Colored, Stained Glass, Pack of 1

Add more than just color to your favorite room with this gorgeous Tiffany-style stained glass shade. A charming dragonfly and multiple flower design create a warm, inviting element while also subduing the bulb brightness without blocking it out altogether. Featuring a copper hole cover, this 14” piece is designed for use on antique-style table lamps and would make a cozy addition to a reading corner or home office.

Eumyviv Clear Glass Lamp Shade with Crack Finish, Fixture Replacement Glass Globe or Lampshade with 1-5/8-Inch Fitter Opening (A00012)

This is a unique glass lamp shade that looks fantastic on a wall sconce or a hanging chandelier. The crack finish gives it a vintage aesthetic that pairs well with a warm-colored Edison bulb. This lamp shade is cylindrical and measures 5.5” high and 3.5” in diameter, with a hole in the bottom that perfectly fits light fixtures with a 1.62” fitter opening.

4.5" H Glass Bowl Lamp Shade ( Screw On )

Go bold with this modern-looking glass shade. It is pure artwork and evokes a gallery feel and an artist’s display, much like that of glass sculptor Dale Chihuly. Add it to your more eclectic decor or spruce up a room lacking in a wow factor. This compact shade is only 4.5'' H x 5'' W x 5'' D, so be sure to check your fixture to ensure a correct fit. But with a simple screw-on attachment, it is easy to install.

NOSHY Upgrade Tiffany Style Leaf Lampshade Replacement for Wall Lamp and Chandelier, 6-1/2 Inch Dianater, White Color, Three-Dimensional Glass, Exclusion Accessories, Pack of 1

The understated beauty of this elegant Tiffany accent lamp shade is 100% handmade, circular in shape, and three-dimensional for a customized look that screams artsy abode. It can be used on both table lamps and pendant lamps with various color bases; however, the small dimensions may mean you need to buy smaller bulbs for your fixture.

4" H Glass Bowl Pendant Shade ( Screw On ) in Clear

Etched glass is timeless, especially on this glass bowl-shaped pendant lamp shade. Clear and see-through in most areas, it is the lower rim, which showcases the classic etching technique and adds a touch of sophistication. This shade attaches via a three-screw set-up, so it is more stable and affixed than clip-on versions, keeping the risk of breakage to a minimum.

6" H x 6" W Glass Empire Lamp Shade ( Clip On )

This modern, simple-style lamp shade comes in solid colors, with various shade gradients to create a more subtle effect. Choose between red, white, amber, or a striking cobalt blue. Sleek and modern, this versatile empire-shaped lamp shade can add just the right design element to a contemporary or retro-style home. Be aware, this 6'' H x 7'' W x 7'' D piece is a clip-on fixture, but clips are sold separately.

B&P Lamp 7" Light Blue Diamond Quilted Pattern Student Glass Lamp Shade with Crimped Top

The look of this hand-blown 7” glass lamp shade harkens back to old-fashioned oil lamps, making them ideal for traditional or country homes. The crimped top is carefully crafted, creating a quilted pattern look for extra detail. Choose the color that matches with your decor, including clear, dark green, a breathtaking light blue, opal, pink, or satin.

6.5" H Glass Bowl Lamp Shade ( Uno ) in Purple/Blue

For an artistic rendition of the glamour of the past, this lamp shade is a show stopper. Utilizing a swirling opalescent art background, various colors are layered, including golden blues, yellow pinks, and red purples. The 4 lb. piece features hand-cut copper foil-wrapped glass and an Uno attachment, making it suitable for floor or pendant lamps.