Description
A shade can look rather plain until you give it a line of metal, and that is all this small piece does. It is a narrow upright band in satin nickel, barely a finger's width across, that stands against the side of a shade and runs its full height. The satin sheen is soft rather than bright, so it picks up a little light along its edge without flashing. It sits tight to the fabric, projecting only a whisker, and it is cut to suit shades 18cm tall. The shade is not included: the photographs show the clip on a plain drum; the lamp shades are sold separately.
We reach for these where a lamp is doing quiet work and wants a touch of definition: a bedside pair, a hall table, a reading lamp on a bookshelf where the clip sits at eye level. Plain shades take them best, the ones with no pattern to argue with, and several spaced evenly round the clip give a stronger rhythm than one alone. Satin nickel keeps easy company with cool greys, brushed steel kitchen fittings, chrome lamp bases and white or oatmeal fabric.
It comes as a single piece, light enough to feel like almost nothing in the hand, with no wiring or lampholder of its own; the lamp is a matter for whatever fitting the clip belongs to. Keep it looking right with a soft dry cloth, and leave metal polishes and creams in the cupboard, as they can dull a satin surface over time. It carries a one year warranty. We also stock the same piece in antique brass, chrome and satin black, and in shorter and taller versions to match other shade heights, which makes it straightforward to run one look across a room. Being non-electrical, it is simply a dressing for indoor lamps and shades and asks nothing of a socket.
Specification
| Colour |
Satin Nickel |
| Weight |
0.02KG |
| Width |
50mm |
| Height |
180mm |
| Projection |
10mm |
| Materials Used |
Stainless Steel |
| Lamp Cap |
Non-Electric |
| Protection Class |
Non-Electric |
| IP Rating |
IP20 |
| Warranty |
1yr |
| UKCA/CE |
Yes |
| Pieces Included |
1 |
| Unassembled |
No |
| Installation |
Clip-on Item |
| Product Care |
(1) Wipe clean with a dry cloth, do not use any cleaning detergents, do not use rough or coarse material to clean. (2) Ensure light is not illuminated when cleaning. |
| Country of Origin |
China |
Frequently Asked
What size shade does it fit?
It is made for shades 18cm tall, standing 180mm high itself so that it runs the full depth of the clip.
How wide is it, and how far does it stand out?
It measures 50mm across and projects only 10mm, so it stays close against the side of the clip.
Is it electrical in any way?
No. It is a non-electrical decorative piece, so the lampholder, lamp and wiring all belong to the fitting or lamp base the clip sits on.
Can I use more than one on the same shade?
Yes. Two set opposite each other, or three or four spaced evenly around the clip, give a more deliberate pattern than a single piece.
How should I clean it?
A soft dry cloth is all it needs. Avoid abrasive pads and polishing creams, which can take the evenness off the satin nickel.
Does it come in other finishes?
We stock it in antique brass, chrome and satin black as well, along with other heights for shorter and taller shades.