Choosing the Perfect Lining for your Drum or Empire Lampshade
When it comes to choosing a lampshade, the outer fabric is what first catches the eye, but the lining can truly set the tone once the light is switched on. The right lining can transform how your lampshade glows, how the colours read, and even how the room feels in the evening.
Here’s a look at the different linings I offer and how each one brings its own personality and purpose.
White Lining — Bright, Clean, and Practical
A white lining is ideal when you want your lampshade to allow plenty of light to shine through. It creates a lovely, even glow and helps to brighten up a room.
This option is perfect for areas where you need clear functional lighting for reading or working. The fabric design still stands out beautifully in daylight, while at night the white lining helps to illuminate your space with a soft, practical radiance.
Brushed Metallic Linings — Gold or Copper for Warmth and Drama
For something a little more luxurious, my brushed metallic linings in gold or copper add instant depth and glamour. These linings reflect light upward and downward, creating a rich, warm glow rather than letting the light pass through the lampshade.
They’re stunning in living rooms, dining spaces, or anywhere you’d like to add atmosphere and mood. The gold brings a timeless, elegant warmth, while the copper has a slightly more contemporary, earthy feel — both are beautiful complements to bold patterned lampshades. 
3. Embossed Champagne Lining — Soft, Sophisticated, and Subtle
If you’re looking for something beautifully understated, the champagne embossed lining is a lovely choice. It offers a soft, diffused light that’s more muted than the brushed metallics but still has a hint of shimmer.
It doesn’t allow light to shine through the lampshade, but its subtle texture catches the light gently, casting a soft, diffused glow that feels calm and refined.
Its neutral tone makes it wonderfully versatile — it pairs beautifully with most fabrics. The result is an elegant finish that feels both classic and modern, ideal for relaxed living spaces where you want a touch of understated luxury.
The Finishing Touch
The lining might be the part of your lampshade you notice last, but it’s what makes the biggest difference once your light is on. Whether you love the bright clarity of white, the golden warmth of metallics, or the quiet elegance of embossed champagne, the right lining will bring your lampshade to life.
Explore my collection of lampshade designs to see how different linings transform the look and mood of a lampshade — there’s one to suit every space and style.