Why are ballasts so expensive?

For ballasts, the more expensive ones are built with higher quality parts and will last much longer. Many of the quality ballasts also come with 5 year warranties which is great. Also, magnetic ballasts are going to be cheaper and digital are more expensive.

Why are outdoor lights so expensive?

The main reason professional outdoor lighting can seem expensive is because of the materials used. They are the most reliable and long lasting material that can be used for outdoor lighting. Fixtures made from cast brass are more prone to last a lifetime and even if they don’t, we offer a lifetime warranty.

Why are lamp shades so expensive?

Several reasons, not the least of which is shipping costs and corrugated. It takes a lot of cardboard to protect shades during shipment. Furthermore they take up a tremendous amount of room, and shippers charge based on size for shipments that don’t weigh a lot. It can be crazy expensive.

What color should my lamp shades be?

Make sure your lamp shade is the right size. Generally you want your lamp shade to be about 3/4 of the height of your lamp. Don’t choose a shade that’s too small. Your lamp shade should be WIDER than your lamp.

How do I choose the right lamp shade?

Your shade should be about two-thirds the height of your lamp base (give or take an inch).

Your shade should be about two-thirds the height of your lamp base (give or take an inch).
Proportion is the key – too tall and the effect will be top heavy, but too short and your lamp will look out of balance.

What is Empire lamp shade?

In general, the empire style is one in which the top diameter of the lampshade is about ½ of the diameter of the bottom of the lampshade; the style exhibits a straight, gentle slope from the top of the lampshade to the bottom of the shade. …

What are the two types of lamp shades?

Types of Lamp Shade Fitters There are the three common fitters: Spider, Clip-On, and Uno. The spider lamp shade is the most common type of fitter for table and floor lamp shades. Spider fitters sit atop the lamp’s harp (the U-shaped metal part of a lamp that fits around and protects the light bulb).

How do I know what size lamp shade I need?

The shade should be twice as wide as the lamp base, and one third of the total height of the lamp. So for a 6-inch lamp base, the shade should be at least 12 inches wide. And if the total height of the lamp (including the bulb and harp) is 24 inches, the shade should be 8 inches tall.

What are the different types of lamp shade fittings?

There are three basic types of lamp shade fittings: spider fittings, uno fittings, and clip-on fittings: Spider Fittings: Spider fittings are the most common type of fitting for table and floor lamps and are used with harps.

What is a Euro fitter shade?

Euro – Similar to the American Uno, this is Europeanstye lampshade fitting. Usually found on smaller table lamps. No harp is needed as the wire fitting is permanently attached to the shade. The shade attaches directly to the lamp socket below the light bulb.

What type of lampshade gives the most light?

White shades are best at lighting an entire room, while darker ones tend to funnel the light and make a more dramatic statement. When it comes to fabric, follow the generally accepted truths that silk is more formal than linen, textured materials or parchment shades.

What is a hardback lamp shade?

Hardback lamp shades are created by laminating fabric onto a hard plastic inner. Softback shades are created by gathering or stretching the outer fabric over a metal frame, which is then cut off, stitched and finished at the top and the bottom of the shade.