Easy Fit Pendant Shades: Change a Ceiling Light Without an Electrician
If your ceiling light is a bulb hanging from a cable, you can change how it looks in a few minutes with an easy fit pendant shade. No wiring and no electrician are needed.
What is a non electric pendant shade?
A non electric pendant shade, also called an easy fit shade, is a shade with no electrical parts of its own. It hangs from the bulb holder of the ceiling pendant you already have. That makes it different from a ceiling light fitting, which is wired into the ceiling and should be installed by a qualified electrician.
How do I fit an easy fit shade?
- Switch the light off at the wall and let the bulb cool.
- Remove the bulb.
- Unscrew the plastic ring from the bulb holder.
- Lift the shade so its ring sits over the bulb holder, then screw the plastic ring back on to hold the shade in place.
- Refit the bulb and switch the light back on.
Will it fit my ceiling pendant?
UK ceiling pendants normally have a bayonet cap (BC or B22) or Edison screw (ES or E27) bulb holder. Most of our pendant shades include a reducer ring so they fit both. Check the product description to confirm before you buy.
How do I choose the right one?
- Size: match the shade to the room. Check the diameter and height in the product description against your ceiling height.
- Head room: in a walkway, leave enough clearance under the shade for the tallest person in the house. Over a dining table or kitchen island, a lower shade works well.
- Light: open or glass shades give bright, all round light. Dark fabric or metal shades direct light downwards for a softer mood.
- Weight: glass and metal shades are heavier than fabric ones. Make sure your pendant and ceiling rose are in good condition.
- Bulb: keep within the maximum wattage in the product description. LED bulbs run cooler and cost less to run.
Popular styles
Our range includes fabric drum and tiered shades, Victorian style velvet shades with tassels, stained glass Tiffany shades, rattan and woven designs, ribbed glass, and chandelier style shades with acrylic droplets.
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See all our non electric pendant shades. If you would like a complete new fitting, browse our ceiling lights.