Are your pendant light glass shades becoming dirty, or too old for a modern home? It’s high time to replace them with new ones! So for your needs, this post contains the best modern replacement glass shades for pendant lights.
Pendant light fixtures are of different types and we have done our best to find standard lampshades that fit with most of them.
However, you need to check the dimensions to see if it matches your old shades before you get any of them.
If you’re ready to look through our selections, here you go:
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Product
Clear Hammered Replacement Glass for Pendant Lights
Clear Glass Cylinder Lamp Shade for Pendant Light Fixtures
Clear Globe Seeded Bubble Finish Replacement Glass
XIDING Oval Cone Clear Glass Shade Replacement
Crack Finish Glass Lamp Shade for Pendant Light Fixtures
Anmire Water Pattern Style Clear Glass Shade Replacement 
Modern Crack Style Light Fixture Replacement Shade
B&P Clear Glass Deep Cone Replacement Shade
Preview | Product | |
 | Clear Hammered Replacement Glass for Pendant Lights | |
 | Clear Glass Cylinder Lamp Shade for Pendant Light Fixtures | |
 | Clear Globe Seeded Bubble Finish Replacement Glass | |
 | XIDING Oval Cone Clear Glass Shade Replacement | |
 | Crack Finish Glass Lamp Shade for Pendant Light Fixtures | |
 | Anmire Water Pattern Style Clear Glass Shade Replacement | |
 | Modern Crack Style Light Fixture Replacement Shade | |
 | B&P Clear Glass Deep Cone Replacement Shade |
Best Replacement Glass Shades for Pendant Lights—Reviews
1. Clear Hammered Replacement Glass for Pendant Lights
This is a uniquely designed hammered clear glass shade for replacing various pendant light fixtures. It fits with pendant light fixtures in your living room, dining room, bathroom, kitchen, and more. However, you need to confirm if the dimension fits your existing light fixture before you get it.
It measures 4 inches in diameter and 6.5 inches in height. The fitter size is 1.75. It’s safe to hang upwards or downwards. Apart from pendant lights, it also makes a perfect replacement for island lights, wall sconces, and other compatible lamps.
The lampshade features a clear glass that fits all colors and finishes. Moreover, its clear glass allows the bulb to give off excellent brightness. It’s also solid and won’t wear off quickly.
Based on your light fixtures, you may only need the socket rings to replace your old glass shades with this. Note that it doesn’t come with the socket rings and you have to purchase them separately.
2. Clear Glass Cylinder Lamp Shade for Pendant Light Fixtures
If you’re looking for a clear glass lampshade for your pendant light fixture, this is one replacement glass shade that ticks all the boxes. It’s durable, elegant, and comes in a size that fits most pendant light fixtures.
That’s not all about it; you can use it for other light fixtures aside from pendant light. Ceiling lights, chandeliers, and wall lights are some other light fixtures compatible with this glass shade.
The clear glass allows the bulb to produce excellent lighting for the living room, dining room, etc.
Like other glass light shades, you need to confirm the dimension before you get it. This lampshade is 3.5 inches wide and 5.5 inches tall. The bottom circular hole measures 1 5/8 inches, while the thickness is 1/10 inches.
If compatible with your existing light fixture, the installation is simple, and it only takes a few minutes.
3. Clear Globe Seeded Bubble Finish Replacement Glass
If your current pendant light fixture has a seeded globe shade, this lampshade could be the ideal replacement except the dimensions differ.
It’s a high-quality clear globe that combines durability and aesthetics. It is sure going to add a touch of elegance to anywhere it is used. Of course, it’s a great fit for pendant lamps (mini pendant lights inclusive) and also works for island hanging lights, desktop lamps, and more.
It comes in standard size and should be compatible with most standard light fixtures. The main size is; 6 inches’ height, 6 inches’ weight (outer diameter), and 1.5/8 inches for the fitter (bottom diameter).
It’s sold in 3 pieces and properly packed to prevent damage.
4. XIDING Oval Cone Clear Glass Shade Replacement
This is a modern glass shade that can upgrade your old light fixture looks. It should even upgrade your room’s décor with its contemporary design. It’s designed with quality materials and getting it means you have a glass shade that would last for a long time. That’s value for money, right? The benefits extend to adding more colors to your home’s décor.
One problem of purchasing glass shades online is whether they would be delivered safely. If that’s your worry, it’s been addressed here. In fact, all the glass shades in our selections feature secured wrapping before delivery. This particular glass shape comes in a bubble wrap to reinforce the packaging and the seller provides a free replacement in case of any damage.
The size of the glass shade is 5.5 inches’ diameter and 6.29 inches in height. The top circular hole is measured at 2.16 inches’ diameter.
5. Crack Finish Glass Lamp Shade for Pendant Light Fixtures
Pendant lights have different glass shades, and if your preferred style is a crack finish lampshade, you want to consider this. Along with the style that adds beauty to your overall light fixture and home decor, you do also get value for money. This is because it’s durable and won’t wear off quickly. It is even sturdy enough to resist breaking when hit by a stray object.
More so, the glass shade can be used on other light fixtures apart from pendant lights. So if you’re looking to change your ceiling light glass shades, island hanging light, or desktop lamps, you want to consider using this if the shape and dimension are the same or even similar.
Here is the dimension; 6 inches in height, 4 inches wide outer diameter, and a 1 5/8 bottom base diameter (that’s the fitter). This is a standard size, and it fits most standard light fixtures. But be sure to measure your light fixture before you buy it.
6. Anmire Water Pattern Style Clear Glass Shade Replacement
Here is another style of pendant light glass shade you may like. Or perhaps you have this type of old lampshade; this would make a perfect replacement. It’s a modern clear glass with a ripple style finish. It displays your bulb stylishly and of course, helps to produce warm ambiance in your living room, dining room, or anywhere else it is used.
The pack contains two clear cylinder glass shades, securely wrapped to prevent damage during shipping. For the size, it’s a 3.5 inches’ diameter glass shade, with a height of 5.5 inches. Also, the bottom hole measures 1 5/8 inches. You should note the sizes to see if it fits your current light fixture.
You won’t have a hard time replacing your old lampshades with this if you follow the unmounting process carefully. Perhaps you don’t just want to make mistakes during installation, you can get an electrician to help you out.
7. Modern Crack Style Light Fixture Replacement Shade
Here is another excellent replacement glass shade for pendant lights with a modern crack finish style. Perhaps what you have been looking for? If your old shades are anywhere between 3.5 inches’ diameter and 5.5 inches in height, this would be a suitable replacement. Also note the bottom circular hole, which is 1.6 inches (41mm) in diameter.
For this glass, you may need to purchase a light socket cover if your old fixture doesn’t have one.
If you love this lampshade style and want to use it on other light fixtures, you can use it on ceiling fan lights, wall sconces, etc. Its modern style will fit with most home decors.
It comes securely packaged, so you won’t have to worry about receiving a broken glass shade.
8. B&P Clear Glass Deep Cone Replacement Shade
You’re better off with this replacement lampshade if you have a B&P light fixture. But that’s not a limitation for those with different pendant light fixtures. All you need to use this glass shade is the size; if the dimension fits your existing light fixture, you’re good to go with this.
The fitter is 1/4 inches while the lampshade has a diameter of 7 inches. Also, it’s 1/2 inches in height. It’s a clear glass deep cone light shade that fits both residential and commercial interior spaces.
To get it on, you need a pendant shade holder and set screws. You may use your old shade holder if it fits with it. The overall installation is easy and you can get it done in a few minutes.
Replacement Glass Shades for Pendant Lights—Related Questions
How do you remove pendant light shades?
Here is how to remove your pendant light shades:
Hold the glass carefully and unscrew the bulb off the threaded socket. After removing the lightbulb, the next thing is to loosen the shade rings (you may have to unscrew depending on your type of pendant fixture) to unfasten the glass from the socket. Now you can remove the shades safely—ensure you handle the glass with care.
If you’re removing your pendant light shades to replace with new ones, ensure you follow the process carefully to help you replace easily.
How do you measure for pendant light replacement glass shades?
You should measure your old glass shades to know the right size. Apart from the shape of the glass (height and width), the fitter size determines if the glass shade can fit your old ones. So start by measuring your fitter size on your light fixture; that’s the inner/outer diameter of the shade holder. Here is how to measure your fitter size:
- Get a measuring tape or ruler and a string.
- Wrap the string around your fitter (the outside diameter of the shade holder)
- Next, mark where the string touches together after wrapping the fitter. You want to get the actual size.
- Now, stretch the string and use tape or ruler to find the length. Note that measurement is in inches. For most common shade holders, the diameters are anywhere between 2 1/4 to 12 inches.
And for the length and width, you can use a tape or ruler to measure using the same string method or putting the tape on the lampshade directly. You should get shades that are 1 to 2 inches wider and taller than your current ones to have a good fit.
How can I clean my pendant light glass shade?
If your pendant light shades are dirty, you can clean them with a soft cloth after removing the shades. We have explained the process of removing a shade from a pendant light fixture above. Follow the steps to remove the glass shade and make sure to handle the glass carefully.
If your glass has hard dirt that requires water, get a bowl of warm soapy water and soak in the glass for a few minutes. Then wipe with a soft cloth. Do not place your pendant glass shade in dishwater.
Can you buy replacement globes for light fixtures?
Yes. You can buy replacement globes for your light fixtures. So if your light fixture’s globe is filthy or broken, you may not need to change the entire fixture, as you can update it with new lampshades.
See our list of modern and durable replacement glass shades above.
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Final Words
If your pendant light glass shades are broken or too old, you may not need to change the entire light fixture. Replacing them with new glass shades could give them the new look you desire.
And luckily for you, we have featured classic replacement glass shades for pendant lights herein. Don’t worry about receiving lampshades that might be broken, we only recommended the ones that featured secured packaging. Yet, you do get a replacement if there are any defects.
What’s more, check the sizes and shape carefully. If it matches your old ones, then you have new lampshades to upgrade your interior living space décor.
Looking for a pendant-style glass shade not listed here? Let us know in the comment section and we’ll do our best to point you to the best of them.
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