Silk or softback lampshades are made with a softer fabric stretched over a wire frame with an inner liner. They are an elegant, timeless lampshade style, and their internal wires allow for complex designs that include bells, scallops, pleats and more. Here is a breakdown of the most common silk lampshade shapes to help you […]
Hardback lampshades are made of fabric or paper laminated to a stiff plastic liner. The sleek design features clean lines and a smooth surface when lit, due to the lack of internal wires. While they are loved for their modern aesthetic and affordability, choosing the right shape can be daunting. Here is a breakdown of
When was the last time you replaced your lampshades? While they can often be overlooked, Lampshades are a key part of your home’s decor. They add key points of style and flair throughout a room, plus they help direct light to set the mood. Replacing your lampshades is a quick way to freshen up a
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To all my valued customers, I am writing to let you know that I have sold Concord Lamp & Shade after having devoted over 20 years of my life to the store. My decision was made giving careful consideration to the welfare and long term growth prospects for the business. Concord Lamp & Shade first
Great lighting is more than flipping on a switch. It is a blend of function and mood achieved by thoughtfully layering three core types of light: ambient, task and accent. The right combination brings out the best in every room, and lets your style truly shine. 1. Ambient Lighting: Set the Stage Think of ambient
250 years ago, two lights changed history. Of course, they didn’t have electricity in 1775. But, when British troops began their march on a rebel munitions cache in Concord, the sexton at the Old North Church in Charlestown hung two lanterns from its steeple: the British were coming. Seeing the lights, Paul Revere and his
Every year, it gets harder and harder to find a shop that can fix your old lamps. But, for over 40 years, we have maintained a reputation as one of the leading repair and restoration shops in the business. We’ve done this by investing in artisans and craftspeople who love bringing our customer’s favorite treasures back to
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Are you an interior designer who dreams of creating custom lampshades for your clients? The best interior designers have a unique vision for every home. The choice of furniture, paint, lighting and more all must work together to create the perfect aesthetic for a space. Every detail matters, especially the lampshades. While they might be
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Recently, a customer came to us with a chance to do something we love: restore a treasured piece of family history. Back in the 1940s, this customer’s mother purchased a beautiful fairy lamp — very likely with the money she earned from her first paycheck. Now, our customer wanted us to bring it back to
For many New Englanders, skiing is a bright spot in a long, cold winter season. That’s why we were thrilled when a customer approached us to make a custom ski map lampshade celebrating their favorite peak. After supplying us with a ski map from the Colorado resort, we crafted a custom shade that will let
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Click here to learn more about our service for creating amazing lamps out of custom materials that you share with us. In 2010 when excavation began at the site of the Charlestown Navy Yard to build the new Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital, workers discovered wood buried deep in the mud. To their amazement, large timbers of
Bringing organic and natural elements into the home’s interior is one of the hot trends for 2013, and as of late we’ve been admiring the different lamp bodies made of wood or inspired by wood. Infusing wood elements into the home is rooted in the Scandinavian design aesthetic and it tends to add a pureness to your
