Description
This is a small curved bell in clear glass, moulded with a soft wave that ripples around the body and catches the light as you move past. It is broader than it is deep, about 18cm across and shallow in profile, closer to a dome than a cone. Clear glass keeps the shape almost weightless, with the moulding doing the work: it breaks the light into bright and soft bands across the surface without masking the lamp behind it.
Because so little is held back, it works best where you want brightness and a bit of sparkle rather than a shielded glow. Over a kitchen worktop, above a run of stools, or in a narrow hallway where a solid shade would close the space in, this is one we reach for. We would put a warm white LED GLS lamp behind it, up to 20W, which flatters the ripple and keeps the glass looking clean and pale rather than tinted. A decorative filament lamp suits it too, since the glass leaves the lamp on show and there is no lining to fight with.
It is glass through and through, unpainted and unlacquered, so the clear finish will not chip or discolour as the years pass. Dust and fingerprints do show on clear glass, so keep a microfibre cloth to hand and give it an occasional wipe with a spot of glass cleaner, buffing it dry so no streaks are left behind. Do this with the power off and the lamp cold. It carries a one year warranty. We stock it as a shade on its own, in the one small size and the one clear finish, which makes it a useful swap for anyone wanting to lighten a fitting they already own. A lamp and a suitable host fitting are chosen separately.
Specification
| Colour |
Clear |
| Ceiling Mountable |
Yes |
| Weight |
0.50KG |
| Diameter |
175mm |
| Height |
85mm |
| Materials Used |
Glass |
| Energy Class |
Not Applicable |
| Lamp Cap |
Non-Electric |
| Recommended Lamp |
LED (GLS A60) |
| Maximum Wattage |
20W |
| Protection Class |
Non-Electric |
| Input Voltage (V) |
Non-Electric |
| IP Rating |
IP20 |
| Shade Socket |
E27 |
| Warranty |
1yr |
| UKCA/CE |
Yes |
| Shade Colour |
Clear |
| Shade Material |
Glass |
| Pieces Included |
1 |
| Installation |
Requires Installation By Qualified Electrician |
| Product Care |
(1) Wipe clean with a dry cloth, do not use any cleaning detergents, do not use rough or coarse material to clean. |
| Country of Origin |
China |
Frequently Asked
How wide and how deep is this shade?
It measures 175mm across the widest point and 85mm from top to bottom, so it is a shallow, wide bell rather than a deep one.
Which lamp should I use with it?
An LED GLS lamp in the A60 shape suits it well, rated at no more than 20W. The lamp holder itself belongs to the fitting the shade goes onto.
Is the glass tinted or smoked?
No, it is clear glass. The only pattern is the moulded wave running around the body, which reads as a subtle ripple rather than a colour.
Will the lamp be visible through it?
Yes. Clear glass gives no diffusion of its own, so choose a lamp you are happy to see, and consider a warm white or a decorative filament type.
How heavy is it?
Around 0.5kg, which is light for a glass shade of this size.
How should I clean it?
Switch off and let everything cool, then wipe with a soft cloth and a little glass cleaner, drying it fully so no streaks or marks remain.