Drum shades have typically been used for lamps, however the drum shade style is now found all over the house and looks simply elegant in both traditional or contemporary interiors.
I couldn’t decide which images to choose from Style Saloniste and Remodelista, so I used both.
My feeling is that you can never go wrong with a creamy white shade and the fresh look will make any fixture look crisp and new.
Simple drum shade chandeliers create a warm glow and are the new “go to” fixture for dining rooms and kitchens. I like the idea that there is no more endless cleaning of crystals when you switch over to a drum shade from a traditional chandelier.
Also, drums can be much less expensive than intricate chandeliers. In the kitchen, drum pendant lights are great over kitchen islands. You may want to invest in a plastic shade which will be easier to clean than linen or fabric.
A new trend that I happen to love is the metal drum shade. This aesthetic can be made to look either fancy and elegant or ruggedly industrial. Depending upon the application, a metal shade can add serious drama, as in the images above.
Another thing I like about the drum shade is that they visually add great vertical height, especially on table lamps - old school flared shades, while appropriate on many fixtures, can draw your line of vision down.
1. The gray silk mini pendant would add elegance to a powder room.
2. I love the glamorous Porter Nickel Pendant Light by Robert Abbey for its reflective qualities.
3. A tray table floor lamp offers dual functionality.
4. The sculptural quality of the Uttermost Palos White Alabaster Buffet Table Lamp is perfect for creating a "wow" moment on foyer tables.
5. I like the classic lines of the Colton bronze wall sconce for dining or living room walls.
Photos: Remodelista, Style Saloniste.