Willow Cream Knife-Pleat Lampshade - 36/40cm x 26cm

The Willow is a cream knife-pleat fabric lampshade with a tapered drum profile, measuring 36cm at the base, 40cm at the top and 26cm in height. The shade is constructed from a single panel of fabric knife-pleated into vertical folds and bound with matching cream trim at the top and bottom edges. The pleating gives the shade a textured surface that diffuses light softly while adding visual depth when lit.

Designed to fit standard pendant, table lamp and floor lamp carriers, the Willow suits living rooms, bedrooms and hallways where a neutral shade is needed to pair with brass, bronze or matt black metalwork. The 36/40cm diameter works on pendants hung 600-700mm above a side table or console, and on floor lamp stems where the shade sits at or near head height when standing. The cream fabric casts warm-toned light that softens under evenings and complements both warm wood tones and cooler greys.

The knife-pleat construction maintains its form without internal ribbing, relying on the stiffness of the pleated fabric itself. The shade is rated to 100W, accommodating a wide range of bulb types from low-wattage LEDs to higher-output halogens, though most users pair it with LED bulbs between 6-12W for ambient lighting. At 600g the shade adds minimal weight to a pendant fitting or table lamp base.

What fittings does this shade suit?

The Willow fits standard UK pendant carriers, table lamp harps and floor lamp carriers. Measure the diameter of your existing shade or carrier before ordering to confirm fit — the 36/40cm diameter suits medium to large pendants and floor lamps.

What bulb wattage should I use?

The shade is rated to 100W maximum. Most users pair it with LED bulbs between 6-12W (equivalent to 40-75W halogen brightness) in warm white (2700K-3000K) for ambient light without overheating the fabric.

Can the shade be cleaned?

Dust the pleated fabric regularly with a soft brush or vacuum attachment on low power. For marks, blot gently with a barely-damp cloth and distilled water — do not soak the fabric or use chemical sprays, as these can stain or weaken the pleating.

Does it come with a carrier or gimbal?

No. The shade is supplied as the fabric component only. You will need a separate pendant carrier, table lamp harp or floor lamp carrier depending on the intended fitting.