Aethera Cylinder Lampshade - Black, 70cm

The Aethera is a 70cm diameter cylinder lampshade built from fireproof PVC with a black fabric outer layer. The cylinder profile runs 700mm across, making it one of the larger shade options available for floor lamps, oversized table lamps, and custom pendant conversions where the shade itself becomes the room's focal point.

Designed for floor lamps with substantial bases (tripods, heavy columns, weighted arcs) or for hanging as a drum pendant above dining tables and kitchen islands in open-plan spaces, the 70cm scale suits rooms with 2.8m or higher ceilings and furniture layouts where the shade won't dominate smaller pieces. The fabric diffuses light evenly across the full 700mm circle, softening the output of higher-wattage bulbs and reducing harsh downward shadows.

The black fabric finish creates a matte surface that absorbs ambient daylight and prevents the shade from appearing washed-out in brightly-lit interiors, while the fireproof PVC backing meets safety standards for use with standard E27 and B22 lamp holders up to 60W. The cylinder shape maintains the same 700mm diameter from top to bottom, giving a clean geometric profile that pairs comfortably with mid-century tripod frames, industrial metal arc lamps, and contemporary brushed steel or matt black floor lamp bases.

From Ideal Lux, the Aethera is part of a modular shade system where the same construction method is applied across different diameters and colours, allowing designers and homeowners to specify matching or contrasting shades across multiple fittings in the same space. The fabric is taut enough to avoid sagging but flexible enough to be shaped during installation onto frames with standard lampshade carriers.

What lamp holders does this shade fit?

The Aethera fits standard lampshade carriers (spider fittings or duplex rings) used on E27 and B22 lamp holders. Check your floor lamp or pendant fitting has a compatible carrier before ordering — the shade does not include a fitting or frame.

What wattage bulb can it handle?

The fireproof PVC backing is rated for bulbs up to 60W equivalent. Most users pair this with a 10-15W LED bulb, which provides sufficient brightness for ambient or accent lighting without overheating the shade.

Is 70cm too large for standard ceiling heights?

At 70cm diameter, the Aethera suits rooms with ceiling heights of 2.8m or above when used as a pendant, and works on floor lamps in any ceiling height as long as the base is proportionate. In lower-ceiling rooms under 2.6m, consider a smaller diameter shade to avoid visual imbalance.

Can the fabric be cleaned?

The black fabric can be dusted with a soft brush or vacuumed gently on a low setting using an upholstery attachment. For spot marks, a barely-damp microfibre cloth may be used, but avoid soaking the fabric or using spray cleaners.