Drum Pendant Lamp in Ribbed Silk, 24 to 52 cm

Drum Pendant Lamp in Pleated Silk, with Three Very Different Proportions

The pleats are structural as well as decorative. Folding the silk vertically and holding it on an internal metal frame is what lets the shade keep a crisp cylinder edge without a visible rib on the outside, and it is also what spreads the light: each fold catches a slightly different angle, so the surface carries a rhythm of light and shadow instead of a flat glow. Because the frame sits inside, nothing interrupts the pleats from top to bottom. The three sizes are not one shape scaled up and down. At 24 cm across and 50 cm tall the shade is a slim column, right for a foyer, a bedside or a run of three down a stairwell. At 42 by 25 cm it is a conventional drum for a dining table. At 52 by 18 cm it flattens into a wide band that suits a kitchen island or a room with a low ceiling. The cord adjusts to 120 cm.

Questions about this product

Everything you need to know about this product.

Which of the three proportions should I choose?

They do different jobs rather than the same job at different scales. The 24 by 50 cm shade is a slim column for a foyer, a bedside or a stairwell, often hung in a group. The 42 by 25 cm is a standard drum for a dining table. The 52 by 18 cm is a wide shallow band, which is the one to pick over a kitchen island or under a low ceiling.

What is the shade made of?

Imitation silk, folded into vertical pleats and held on an internal metal frame. The frame sits inside the shade, so the pleats run unbroken from the top edge to the bottom. The material is what does the diffusing; the metal is there for the shape and for the fixing.

Is a bulb supplied?

The bulb is left to you. The holder takes an E27 base, the ordinary screw fitting. A frosted lamp gives an even glow across the pleats, while a clear one puts a brighter core behind the silk and makes the shadow in each fold deeper. The emitting color, white, warm or natural, is chosen when the order is placed.

How is it installed?

It is a hardwired ceiling mount, so it connects directly to the ceiling point rather than plugging in. The cord adjusts to 120 cm and the drop is set during installation. Over a dining table the bottom of the shade usually sits around 75 to 85 cm above the surface; the slim column is normally hung higher so nobody walks into it.

How do I clean the pleats?

Gently and dry. Dust with a soft brush or a vacuum on the lowest suction, working down the folds rather than across them so the pleats are not dragged out of line. Do not press them flat, do not wash the shade, and keep a wet cloth away from it. Handling the silk as little as possible is what keeps it looking right.

Which rooms is this pendant rated for?

For indoor use only. It is not made for a bathroom, a laundry or any outdoor position, a covered porch included, because the silk takes up moisture and the pleats lose their line once it has. A dining room, a kitchen island, a bedroom or a foyer is where it belongs.

Wiring the Ribbed Silk Drum, Choosing a Bulb and Looking After the Pleats

This is a hardwired ceiling mount rather than a plug-in fitting, so it is connected directly to the ceiling point and the cord, adjustable to 120 cm, sets the drop at installation. It takes an E27 base and the bulb is not supplied. That choice matters on a pleated shade: a frosted lamp lets the folds read evenly from top to bottom, while a clear one puts a brighter core behind the silk and deepens the shadow in each fold. The emitting color, white, warm or natural, is chosen when the order is placed. The fixture runs on 90 to 260V and covers roughly 5 to 10 square meters. Keep the silk dry and handle it as little as possible. Dust it with a soft brush or a vacuum on the lowest suction, working down the folds rather than across them, and never press the pleats flat. Indoor use only: not for a bathroom and not for a porch.

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Shipping & Delivery

How much does shipping cost?

Shipping is free on every order, with no minimum purchase. The price you see at checkout is the price you pay for delivery.

How long before my order ships?

Orders are typically processed within 1 to 2 business days after payment. We keep a short 24-hour window before processing so that you can adjust or cancel your order if you need to. Our team places orders with our warehouses Monday to Friday, excluding public holidays.

How long does delivery take?

Once your order has shipped, it is usually in transit for about 7 to 10 days. This is an estimate and can occasionally be longer depending on the destination country and the carrier handling your parcel.

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You have 30 days from the date you receive your order to request a return on eligible items. To start, email us at support@orodwell.com with your order number and the reason for the return, and we will send you the return address and instructions. Items must be unused and in their original packaging.

Do I have to pay for return shipping?

No. On approved returns, we provide a prepaid return shipping label at no cost to you. Please note that a return should never be sent to the manufacturer's address; only to the address our team provides.

I received a damaged or defective item. What should I do?

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Can I change my mind after ordering?

Yes. If you change your mind within 24 hours of placing your order, before it has been processed, we will refund you right away. After an order has shipped, please follow the standard return process described above.