A Shady Deal

A recent little domestic mishap resulted in a bit of property damage. I am happy to report no living beings or our table lamp received harm. The lamp shade, on the other hand. Well.... It took the brunt of my husband's misstep.

Ouch

In all fairness, the cheap old thing served a long and useful existence. First in a townhouse shared by three young Airman with the United States Air Force, it survived three moves in subsequent years.

I decided to take this as an opportunity for change. My ultimate pick took a good chunk of time and no doubt cost at least twice the lamp's original purchase price. But what an improvement.

What do you think of the burnt orange?

Have you ever purchased a replacement lamp shade? Do you know how to measure one, or that numerous factors alter the lighting such as fabric, shape, size, and both interior and exterior colors?

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