Florence Rectangle Table Lamp Shade - White, 38 x 19 x 23cm

The Florence is a rectangular table lamp shade in white pleated fabric, measuring 38cm long by 19cm wide by 23cm high. The shade is built around a rectangular wire frame with vertical pleats running the full height of the fabric, creating a clean geometric profile that sits on a lamp base rather than a ceiling pendant fitting.

Designed for table lamps and bedside lamps with an E27 or E14 bulb holder, the shade fits onto standard UK lamp bases using either a gimbal (spider) fitting or a duplex ring depending on the base configuration. The rectangular shape directs light horizontally across a bedside table or desk surface rather than casting it in a full 360° circle, making it useful where directed task light is needed. The 23cm height provides enough clearance for most bulbs without the shade sitting too high on the base.

The white pleated fabric diffuses the light from the bulb evenly across the shade surface, softening harsh shadows and reducing glare when reading or working. The pleats are held under tension by the wire frame, keeping the fabric taut and preventing sagging over time. The shade accepts bulbs up to 60W maximum, though most users pair it with a 6-10W LED for adequate light without heat buildup inside the fabric enclosure. The 1kg weight provides stability on most lamp bases without needing additional counterweight.

What fitting type does this shade use?

The Florence uses either a gimbal (spider) fitting or duplex ring fitting depending on the lamp base configuration. Check your lamp base before ordering to confirm compatibility. Most UK table lamp bases accept both styles.

What bulb should I use with this shade?

The shade accepts E27 or E14 bulbs up to 60W maximum. For everyday use, a 6-10W LED bulb in 2700K-3000K warm white provides sufficient light for reading without generating excessive heat inside the fabric enclosure.

Can the shade be used on a floor lamp?

The Florence is designed as a table lamp shade with a 23cm height that suits bedside and desk lamp proportions. It can fit a floor lamp base if the base height and proportions suit a smaller shade, but most floor lamps use taller shades of 30-40cm or more.

How is the fabric cleaned?

Dust the pleated fabric regularly with a soft brush attachment on a vacuum cleaner set to low suction, or use a clean microfibre cloth. Avoid water or cleaning sprays, as these can stain or discolour the fabric and may affect the pleating tension.