{"title":"Outdoor lampshades","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn outdoor lampshade dresses a lamp installed outside and directs its light downward, onto the table or the path, instead of sending it up to the sky. You choose it on three points: the material seen from a distance, the IP protection rating and the fixing that will hold in the wind, then you check the socket base and the diameter of the collar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cnav\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContents\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#definition\"\u003eWhat is an outdoor lampshade\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#choisir\"\u003eChoosing a resistant model\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#terrasse\"\u003eWhich model for a terrace\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#ampoule\"\u003eBase and bulb\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#verre-lampadaire\"\u003eGlass and floor lamp\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#applique\"\u003eMatching a wall light\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#installer\"\u003eInstalling and hanging\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tissu\"\u003eChanging the fabric\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#entretien\"\u003eMaintaining through the seasons\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/nav\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 id=\"definition\"\u003eWhat is an outdoor lampshade and what is it for?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn outdoor lampshade equips a lamp placed outside: facade wall light, terrace floor lamp, garden lantern, veranda pendant. Its function is twofold: it protects the socket and the bulb from splashes and wind, and it directs the light downward to illuminate a table without dazzling the seated people.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eOutdoor lampshade: terrace, balcony or garden\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn a terrace, it creates the pool of light for the evening meal. On a narrow balcony, it stays small so as not to take up space. In the garden, it tops a floor lamp or a lantern and draws a halo along a path. Our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/designix.fr\/collections\/abat-jour\"\u003eselection of lampshades\u003c\/a\u003e is read by use before it is read by style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat distinguishes an outdoor lampshade from an indoor model\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThree things matter outside: the material withstands humidity and UV, the fixing holds in the wind, and the socket stays sheltered. A living room lampshade in hand-finished fabric will not last a season on an exposed balcony. For indoors, see rather \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/luminaire\"\u003eall our lighting for the home and garden\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 id=\"choisir\"\u003eHow to choose an outdoor lampshade that resists rain and wind?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis collection contains no product to date: there is therefore no material, no IP protection rating, no base, no collar diameter to compare, and no style or dimension to note. The fixing and the wind resistance remain the only points to check as soon as an outdoor lampshade is offered here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMaterial and protection rating (IP)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe IP rating is read on the luminaire's data sheet: the first digit concerns solids, the second water. The higher the second, the better the luminaire withstands splashes. A \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/abat-jours-en-tissu\"\u003ecanvas stretched over a frame\u003c\/a\u003e is suitable under a canopy, not on the front line of rain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFixing, diameter and wind resistance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasure the collar or the neck of the lampshade and compare it with the bulb holder. A wide and tall shape offers wind resistance: on a balcony, a \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/abat-jours-moderne\"\u003emodern and compact shape\u003c\/a\u003e moves less and is checked more quickly after a gust of wind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ccaption\u003eMaterials of an outdoor lampshade: rendering and care\u003c\/caption\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLight rendering\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOutdoor durability\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCare\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTreated metal (steel, aluminium)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDirected light, little diffusion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGood if the finish is designed for outdoor use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoft cloth, immediate drying\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eResin or PVC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEven diffusion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eResists splashes, prone to yellowing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoapy water then rinse\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTechnical canvas or acrylic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoft and warm light\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCorrect if the textile is designed for outdoor use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoft brush, complete drying\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGlass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClear light, no filter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCleans well, fragile to impacts\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGlass cleaner, lint-free cloth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTreated wood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLight filtered by the slats\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDepending on treatment and exposure\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGentle cleaning, protection to renew\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 id=\"terrasse\"\u003eWhich outdoor lampshade for a terrace?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn a terrace, favour a lampshade that directs the light down toward the table, in treated metal or resin if the area gets rain. Under a canopy, a technical canvas works very well. In full wind, a firm, well-fixed model is better, rather wide than tall, to limit wind resistance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eOutdoor terrace lampshade: lantern, pendant or wall light?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lantern lights at waist height and marks out a step. The pendant lights the dining table top. The wall light frees the floor and draws a halo on the wall. A dark finish such as \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/abat-jours-coloris-noir\"\u003eblack and anthracite\u003c\/a\u003e is less visible by day and frames a light facade well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePlacing the light above the table and the seating area\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe principle is simple: the source comes down above the area of use and stays above heads, never in the line of sight of a seated person. Two discreet points are better than one strong point that dazzles. The desired rendering is a light that illuminates the plates, not the faces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ccaption\u003eWhich outdoor lampshade depending on location\u003c\/caption\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLocation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSuitable luminaire type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFirst criterion to check\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePoint of vigilance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCovered terrace\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePendant or wall light\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLight rendering toward the table\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeight above heads\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTerrace exposed to rain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLantern or enclosed wall light\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProtection rating and material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater drainage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBalcony\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWall light or floor lamp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFootprint and fixing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWind resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGarden and arbour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFloor lamp or lantern on a support\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStability on the ground\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFacade and entrance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutdoor wall light\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConsistency with the facade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGlare at eye height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVeranda\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePendant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCeiling fixing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHook in a solid support\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 id=\"ampoule\"\u003eOutdoor E27 bulb: which base and which bulb to choose?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe E27 base is the most common on outdoor luminaires and accepts most LED bulbs on the market. Check that the bulb itself is designed for outdoor use, that its power stays within the limits indicated on the socket, and that its colour temperature matches the desired atmosphere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eE27, E14 or GU10: recognising the base of your socket\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe E27 is the large screw base, common on floor lamps, lanterns and pendants. The E14, smaller, equips compact wall lights. The GU10 clips in with a quarter turn on spots and adjustable wall lights. Some luminaires have an integrated LED: there is then no bulb to change.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eOutdoor E27 bulb: LED, colour temperature and sealing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAround 2700 to 3000 kelvins, the light leans warm and suits seating areas. Towards 4000 kelvins, it becomes more neutral for moving around or securing an entrance. The sealing of the luminaire takes priority over that of the bulb. See also \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/abat-jour\"\u003ependants, table lamps and floor lamps\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 id=\"verre-lampadaire\"\u003eGlass lampshade for a bedside lamp, floor lamp lampshade: how to make sense of it?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe glass lampshade mainly concerns bedside lamps and indoor luminaires: clear light, cleaning in one gesture, but fragile to impacts. For a floor lamp, start from the diameter of the bulb holder and the height of the stem, then choose a shape that does not crush the light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe glass lampshade, an indoor use above all\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGlass lets light through without filtering it, which gives a frank clarity on a bedside table. It remains fragile and is rarely seen outside, where impacts and frost batter it. For a bedroom, compare with \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/abat-jours-pour-chambre\"\u003ethe models designed for the bedroom\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFloor lamp lampshade: measuring the support and the height\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNote the diameter of the bulb holder and the height of the stem before ordering. A lampshade that is too narrow concentrates the beam into a hard spot; a very wide model overhangs the base and unbalances the whole. A \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/abat-jours-en-lin\"\u003enatural linen\u003c\/a\u003e softens the light of a living room floor lamp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 id=\"applique\"\u003eHow to match an outdoor terrace wall light with its lampshade?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlign the materials and shades: a black or anthracite lampshade dialogues with a wall light of the same finish, a white matches a light facade. It is better to spread several discreet sources than one strong single point, to light the terrace without dazzling the seated people.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMatching the finishes between wall light and lampshade\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose a family of material and stick to it: treated metal with treated metal, resin with resin. A light facade supports \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/abat-jours-coloris-blanc\"\u003ewhite models, discreet on a light facade\u003c\/a\u003e, which blend in by day and fade away at night.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpreading the light over the terrace\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCross two low sources and one high source rather than lining up three identical luminaires. Seated people mainly see what is at their height: a wall light set too low dazzles. The rest of the equipment is found in \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/luminaire\"\u003ethe Designix lighting universe\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 id=\"installer\"\u003eHow to install and hang an outdoor lampshade?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCut the power at the consumer unit, check that the collar matches the bulb holder, then screw the clamping ring without forcing and check that it holds. For a hanging model, the hook or ceiling rose must be fixed into a solid support, never into plaster alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to hang a lampshade on the ceiling of a canopy or a veranda\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLocate the joist or the slab behind the plate, not just the plaster. Drill, plug, then test the hold of the hook by hand before hanging anything on it. A lampshade in \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/abat-jours-en-tissu\"\u003ecanvas or stretched textile\u003c\/a\u003e remains light, which limits the strain on the fixing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to install a lampshade on a wall light or a floor lamp\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSwitch off the power, remove the bulb, check that the neck of the lampshade matches the bulb holder, then screw the ring without forcing. Check that the whole does not move in the wind, put the bulb back and restore the power. Any creation of a light point on a facade is a job for an electrician.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 id=\"tissu\"\u003eHow to change the fabric of an outdoor lampshade?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRemove the lampshade, take off the old canvas and keep the metal frame. The new fabric is glued or stapled onto the uprights, stretching evenly from top to bottom. A textile designed for outdoor use, treated or technical, will last longer than an upholstery fabric.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eChanging the fabric of a lampshade, step by step\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNote the direction of the seam, unclip edge by edge, keep the frame clean and dry. Whether gluing or stapling, start at the top and work down, pulling without deforming the shape. The \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/abat-jours-en-tissu\"\u003ecanvases and textiles stretched over a frame\u003c\/a\u003e provide a useful basis for comparison.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eOutdoor lampshade DIY: what can be done safely\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChanging a canvas, replacing a ring, cleaning a finish: yes. Connecting a wall light, drilling a facade or improvising the sealing of a socket: no, that touches the electrical circuit. DIY stops at dressing the luminaire. For an indoor project, see \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/abat-jours-moderne\"\u003ea contemporary style for the terrace\u003c\/a\u003e and the rooms of the house.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 id=\"entretien\"\u003eHow to maintain an outdoor lampshade through the seasons?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegular dusting is enough most of the time: soft cloth on metal, soapy water rinsed on resin, glass cleaner on glass. Before winter, check the fixing, the condition of the socket and the presence of water inside the luminaire, and replace a tired bulb.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCleaning according to material, without damaging the finish\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn treated aluminium and steel, dry immediately to avoid marks. On resin, rinse with clean water and let dry in the air. On a canvas, brush dry: a wet sponge marks the textile. For indoors, compare with \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/abat-jours-pour-salon\"\u003ethe care of a living room model\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat to check before winter\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck the fixing and tighten the ring if it has loosened. Look at the socket: a trace of humidity or blackening means the luminaire must be replaced. Check that water does not stagnate in the cup. A flickering bulb is changed before the long evenings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOrdering from Designix\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore ordering, check the socket base, the diameter of the collar and the IP protection rating of the luminaire already in place. This collection contains no product to date: send us the reference of the luminaire and we will tell you if a lampshade can be fitted to it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBefore confirming, three checks\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe socket base, the diameter of the collar, the protection rating if the piece is exposed. Once these three points are settled, the rest is a matter of taste. For a terrace, the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/abat-jours-moderne\"\u003emodern lampshade\u003c\/a\u003e family remains the simplest to match with a contemporary wall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAnd for the other rooms\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe same reasoning applies indoors: measure, check the socket, choose the light. If you are equipping a child's bedroom, look rather at the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/abat-jours-pour-chambre-de-bebe\"\u003emodels for a baby's bedroom\u003c\/a\u003e, or return to \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/abat-jour\"\u003ethe complete collection of lampshades\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow to choose a glass lampshade for a bedside lamp?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose a glass that lets light through without dazzling, with a neck suited to the lamp's bulb holder. Glass cleans in one gesture but remains fragile: on a bedside lamp shaken every evening, a simple and stable shape is better than a very thin model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhich E27 bulb to choose for an outdoor luminaire?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn LED bulb with an E27 base that is itself designed for outdoor use, whose power stays within the limits indicated on the socket. The colour temperature is chosen according to the atmosphere: warmer near seating, more neutral for moving around. The sealing of the luminaire remains a priority over that of the bulb.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow to install an outdoor wall light on a terrace?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSwitch off the power, fix the support with plugs suited to the wall (plaster, brick, concrete), connect the terminal block respecting live and neutral, then refit the diffuser. If no light point exists at that spot, running the cable is a job for an electrician.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow to hang a lampshade from the ceiling?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCut the power, check that the hook or ceiling rose is screwed into a solid support, then hang the lampshade and check that it holds before restoring the power. In a canopy or a veranda, never fix into the plaster plate alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow to change the fabric of a lampshade?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRemove the lampshade and take off the old canvas while keeping the frame. The new fabric is stretched from top to bottom, glued or stapled onto the uprights. 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In a canopy or a veranda, never fix into the plaster plate alone.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"How to change the fabric of a lampshade?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Remove the lampshade and take off the old canvas while keeping the frame. The new fabric is stretched from top to bottom, glued or stapled onto the uprights. For outdoor use, choose a treated or technical textile, more resistant than a classic upholstery fabric.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"How to install a lampshade on a lamp already in place?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Switch off the power, remove the bulb, check that the collar of the lampshade matches the bulb holder, then screw the clamping ring without forcing. Check that the whole does not move in the wind, then put the bulb back and restore the power.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Outdoor lampshade DIY: what can really be done yourself?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Replacing a canvas, changing a ring, cleaning a finish: yes. Connecting a wall light, drilling a facade or improvising the sealing of a socket: no, that touches the electrical circuit. DIY is limited to dressing the luminaire, not to its power supply.\"}}]}]\u003c\/script\u003e","products":[],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0677\/8598\/2228\/collections\/designix-entete-abat-jours-d-exterieur-v1.jpg?v=1792496078","url":"https:\/\/designix-lighting.com\/collections\/outdoor-lampshades.oembed","provider":"Designix","version":"1.0","type":"link"}