Baymont Frosted Diffuser Semi Flush Black 40cm - Antique Brass

This is a shallow drum held close to the ceiling on antique brass metalwork, for rooms where a hanging pendant would sit in the way. The shade is faux silk in black with a pale laminate lining, measuring 40cm across and 18cm deep, so it reads as a proper shade rather than a small plate. Underneath, a frosted acrylic diffuser with antique brass detailing closes the base and softens the light coming straight down. The E27 socket sits inside, and an LED GLS lamp of up to 20W is the sensible choice for it.

It is one we reach for on landings, in hallways and in bedrooms where headroom is tight and a drop pendant would be knocked, and it works just as well over a dressing area or in a small study. The black shade gives it enough weight to hold a plain white ceiling, while the brass tone picks up warm timber, leather and older door furniture. Given a dimmable lamp and a compatible dimmer switch, the light can be brought down for evenings; on a plain switch it simply gives a soft, even wash. It is intended for dry rooms indoors, so a hall, bedroom or living room rather than a shower room or a porch.

The frame is metal with an antique brass finish, the diffuser acrylic, and the shade a laminated faux silk that keeps its shape. Keep it clean by taking the dust off the faux silk with a soft brush, and wiping the acrylic with a barely damp cloth, buffed dry, with nothing abrasive or solvent based. It carries a one year warranty. The wider range takes a different approach, with universal semi flush fixtures and linear pendants in polished chrome, satin nickel, satin black and antique brass for those choosing their own shade. Lamps are not included.

What size is the shade?

The faux silk shade is 40cm in diameter and 18cm deep, with the body of the fitting sitting close to the ceiling behind it.

Which lamp should I use?

It takes a single E27 lamp, and an LED GLS (A60) shape suits it best. The maximum rating is 20W.

Can it be dimmed?

Yes, provided you fit a dimmable lamp and pair it with a compatible dimmer switch. Neither the lamp nor a dimmer is supplied.

What is the shade made of?

It is a laminated faux silk in black, with a pale laminate lining, fitted over metalwork finished in antique brass.

How do I clean it?

Isolate the light and let the lamp go cold, then brush the fabric lightly and wipe the frosted acrylic with a slightly damp cloth before drying it off.

Is there a warranty?

It carries a one year warranty.