Craftsman van Erp style lamp.
How can I replace or update a lamp with faux mica panels?
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Ann Rollag
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I got a pair of lamps for a steal at a garage sale. I'm looking for ways to update the panels as they are plastic and not real mica and have several scratches and dents. I don't necessarily want the mica look so looking for something new and different that will match the room decor.
Faux mica panels
Looks like it should be easy to replace panels with a tab construction but what to replace it with???
Room is light peach and grey with grey linen accents. Planning on chalk painting furniture in light grey or cream.
I'm not really sure what style or theme you have in your home... but here is an idea you may can use:
http://www.lampshop.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=CTGY&Category_Code=13_04
I would use very thin translucent PVC panels and cut them to size. You could paint on them if desired. I've purchased them from both Amazon and Walmart.
I found a bunch of ideas here:
https://www.pinterest.com/explore/recover-lamp-shades/
Go Here: http://www.antiquestoves.com/mica/index.htm
Oops! DON'T get plastic/paper. Your light bulb may toast them, or toxic fumes can be generated.
I would take panels out and paint them a cream color to go with the rest of the room. Than cut lace to fit and spray glue to front of panels before putting them back in.
Thanks everyone
What about decorative paper or rice paper?