Pleated Lampshade Installation Guide: Two Methods for Perfect Lighting

Welcome to today's lighting guide!

Few elements in home décor possess the timeless charm, soft texture, and functional beauty of the Pleated Lampshade. With its delicate folds and warm, diffused glow, it effortlessly elevates any room from ordinary to cozy and elegant. Whether topping a classic piece like the Caprani Floor Lamp or a modern design like the Squiggle Table Lamp, a perfectly installed pleated shade is the soul of illumination.

Many people assume installing these shades is complicated, but that couldn't be further from the truth. Today, we will break down the two most common installation methods—the "Fixing Groove Frame" and the "Screw Ring Collar"—to ensure you achieve a flawless installation that makes your new light fixture shine instantly.

Ready to light up your space? Let's get started!

💡 Method 1: Fixing Groove Frame

This method is typical for shades made from lighter materials (like paper or thin fabric) or those that rely on a separate support skeleton. Designs like the Caprani Floor Lamp often utilize this supported frame, slot-in style.

🛠️ Step-by-Step Guide

1.Prepare & Inspect Components

• Carefully unpackage the pleated lampshade and its separate support frame 
• Place all components on a clean, flat surface.
• Examine the edge of the frame for the Fixing Groove—a small channel or lip where the pleated edge of the shade is designed to sit.

2.Align the Shade and Frame

• Hold the pleated lampshade fabric and the support frame so that the bottom rim of the lampshade aligns with the top or designated groove of the frame. The pleats should hang naturally around the frame.

3.Gently Secure the Pleats

• Starting at one point, gently press the pleated edge of the shade downward so it slides into the fixing groove or rests securely against the top ring of the support frame.
• Work slowly around the entire circumference, securing a few pleats at a time. The goal is to ensure each fold sits neatly and evenly into the groove.

4.Check and Adjust the Fit

• Once the entire edge of the shade is seated in the frame's groove, lightly press along the rim to ensure every fold is secure and no section is loose.

5. Inspect the lampshade

• Step back and check the shade: Is it straight and centered? Are the pleats hanging evenly? Gently rotate or lift the fabric edge to adjust any distorted or uneven folds.
  

Simple Diagram Guides (Installation Diagrams)

🔩 Method 2: Screw Ring Collar (For Table Lamps with a Threaded Socket)

This method is used for shades that connect directly to the lamp socket via a threaded collar. This is a very common fitting style for many table lamps, and may be used for a lamp like the Squiggle Table Lamp.

🛠️ Step-by-Step Guide

1: Check All Parts 

Ensure you have all necessary components:

• Pleated Lampshade 
• Lampshade Frame
• Black Disc
• Threaded Rod
• Nut/Washer

2: Assemble the Inner Lampshade Frame

1. Insert Threaded Rod: Insert the threaded rod through the center hole of the lampshade frame from the bottom, so the spherical/cylindrical top points upwards.
2. Place Black Disc: Slide the black disc onto the threaded rod, resting it snugly against the bottom of the lampshade frame.
3. Secure Fastener: Thread the nut onto the other end of the rod, or rotate the lampshade frame's bottom section (as shown in the image) to tighten and secure the black disc and lampshade frame together firmly.

3: Expand and Attach the Pleated Lampshade 

1. Expand Lampshade: Carefully unfold the pleated lampshade into a full circular shape.
2. Insert Frame: Place the assembled inner lampshade frame (with the black disc and threaded rod pointing downwards) into the center opening of the pleated lampshade.
3. Align and Secure: Gently push the frame into the pleated lampshade, ensuring the edges of the pleated lampshade neatly fit into the corresponding groove or edge of the frame, creating a smooth and even circular shape.

Simple Diagram Guides (Installation Diagrams)

🎬 Video : Squiggle Table Lamp Installation

The Squiggle Table Lamp (or similar products) typically uses the screw ring attachment. This video clearly demonstrates how to loosen and re-tighten the fixing ring, ensuring the shade is securely mounted for a stable, professional finish.

Enjoy Your Elegant Glow

Congratulations! By following these detailed steps, you have successfully installed your pleated lampshade. Now, you can switch it on and immediately enjoy the soft light and elegant texture that the pleats bring to your space.

Whether used as a reading light, ambient lighting, or a piece of art, your new pleated fixture will add a touch of timeless, classic charm to your home.

Looking for your next statement lighting piece? Explore the full collection of classic pleated lamps at Vakkerlight.