Paper lamp shades were originally used in the east, often in great numbers in festivals. Their airy design and light, rich colors let all the light from the lamp shine through brightly and their colorings and patterns make them seem used as much for decoration as for utility. Paper lamp shades are found worldwide now, though the best ones are still made in China, Japan, and the surrounding areas, so if you want quality, you’ll want to make sure that the manufacturer is from the east so that you get the traditional design.
Paper lamp shades are made from very light materials, the most traditional being Japanese paper which can be made from mulberry. They can also be made from banana silk paper, crinkled paper, and marble paper. If they have a frame, it is made from light wood or thin wire, depending on the shape of the final product. These lamp shades are resistant against heat, wind and water.
They tend to be shaped like rectangles and can be hung rather than placed on a hard surface. You can also get paper lamp shades that fit over table lamps or can sit on a table. Paper lamp shades are traditionally patterned and decorated, or at the very least are richly colored in shades of red, gold and other colors. Unlike most other lamp shades which are available in very plain colors, paper lamp shades are rarely found in plain shades and so they become decorative as well as useful.
The other unique aspect of paper lamp shades is not only their design, but also where they can be used. Unlike regular lamp shades which are used on indoor lamps, paper lamp shades are not only the shades, but the lamp too and they are so light that they can be hung off hooks such as outside or near campfires. This makes paper lamp shades very handy for anyone who likes to spend a lot of time outside but still wants a source of light for things like reading or writing.
Paper lamp shades allow you to show more of your distinctive personality in your decorations while still being useful for your home. With bright colors, soft light that can glow through, and a delicate, yet still sturdy design and materials, paper lamp shades are the ideal thing to add a splash of elegance to any home or outdoor area.