Housekeeping · Lampshade care

Paper or fabric lampshade? Dust first, do not soak

Switch off and allow the lamp to cool; some paper and fabric shades are designed for dusting only.

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IKEA lists cleaning with a duster for both the GULLSUDARE paper shade and the MYRHULT fabric shade. Water or scrubbing could damage delicate shades; never wet electrical fittings. Check your own product before choosing any wet-clean method.

Your try-it-at-home checklist

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Turn off the lamp, disconnect power if instructed, and allow the bulb and shade to cool.
Identify whether the shade is paper, fabric, plastic or glass; read its product care instructions.
Work from a stable position. Do not overreach toward a high pendant light.
For delicate paper or fabric shades, gently remove dust with a dry duster approved by the maker.
Never spray cleaner or water on the shade, socket or wire. Wet-clean only when the product instructions explicitly allow it.
Stop using a shade or fixture that is torn, deformed or shows electrical damage and seek qualified inspection.

Your try-it-at-home checklist

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