Curino Round Fabric Lampshade Black 20cm x 16cm

The Curino is a 20cm diameter cylindrical drum lampshade in black fabric with a laminated inner surface, measuring 16cm in height. The shade fits standard E27 and B22 lamp holders (not included) and accepts bulbs up to 40W, making it compatible with both table lamp bases and pendant cord sets.

Designed for table lamps on side tables, desks and bedside positions, or as a pendant shade in grouped arrangements over kitchen islands and dining tables, the Curino provides soft, diffused light through the black fabric exterior. The cylindrical drum shape directs light both upwards and downwards, creating ambient fill rather than focused task light. The 20cm footprint suits compact bases without overwhelming small surfaces.

The black fabric exterior is backed with a laminated inner layer that prevents the weave from showing through when the lamp is lit and provides a clean white reflection surface inside the shade. This construction gives smoother, more even light distribution than unlined fabric shades. The fabric has a tight cotton-linen weave texture visible up close but presenting as a uniform black surface from typical viewing distances. At 0.22kg the shade is light enough to fit pendant cord sets without requiring additional support hardware.

What lamp holder fitting does it take?

The Curino fits standard UK lamp holders with either E27 (Edison screw) or B22 (bayonet cap) fittings. The shade sits on a spider fitting or duplex ring adapter depending on whether it's used on a table lamp or pendant cord set. Check your base or cord set for the correct adapter type before purchasing.

What maximum bulb wattage is safe?

The shade is rated for bulbs up to 40W. With modern LED bulbs this typically means any LED bulb is safe, as most domestic LEDs draw 6-12W. Avoid using high-wattage halogen or incandescent bulbs over 40W as they generate excessive heat that can damage the fabric and laminate.

Does the fabric show the bulb through it when lit?

No. The laminated inner layer prevents the fabric weave and the bulb outline from showing through when the lamp is switched on. The black fabric diffuses the light into a soft glow rather than projecting a visible bulb shape.

Can it be used as a pendant shade?

Yes. At 0.22kg the Curino is light enough to hang from a standard pendant cord set with an E27 or B22 holder. It works well as a single pendant over a side table or in grouped sets of two or three over a kitchen island or dining table.