How to make ugly bedroom type ceiling lights look updated?

Question

I live in a rental and can't change the lights but want to make the ceiling light look high end. It is a bedroom light but it is actually over my dining table.

Jen · Answer

One easy idea is to cover the existing light fixture with a nice drum shade. You can diy a drum shade using embroidery hoops or purchase a new one, or if you find a thrifted one you can cover it to complement your dining room decor. There are also recessed lighting kits that enable you to remove the existing light fixture and put in a new inexpensive one.

Beth Shorts · Answer

since you cant paint it or change it because you are in a rental, try using washi tape .. it's easy to remove!

Kar22366255 · Answer

I have thought of the drum shade idea but not sure how to attach it. It is one of those two bulb lights with the square glass cover that hangs down.

Sharon · Answer

I had one of those in my living room that was this hideous perforated 1940s copper thing. I found a really nice ribbed glass dome at a thrift store. I did have to buy an adaptor kit with a longer screw bar since the lamp was significantly bigger. They sell these at hardware stores. Just unscrew old one, and screw in new longer piece. I see all kinds of great shades, lamps and fixtures in the thrift stores.