How to Get the Proportions Right with Tiffany-Style Table Lamps in a Dining Room

Tiffany style table lamps bring colour, warmth and a sense of occasion to a dining room, but their bold leaded glass shades make scale especially important. This guide explains how to get the proportions right so the lamp complements your furniture rather than overwhelming it. We start with the surface the lamp will sit on, usually a sideboard, buffet or console, and explain how its length and depth should guide your choice. You will learn a simple height rule for lamps on different types of furniture, how to keep a wide domed shade within the depth of the surface, and how to leave comfortable space beneath mirrors and art. We also look at balancing colour and pattern, choosing between a matched pair and a single statement lamp, and coordinating table lamps with a pendant or chandelier. There is advice for smaller kitchen diners too, plus guidance on bulbs, dimmers and caring for stained glass so it continues to glow....