How can I update ceiling fan light shade?




I have ugly plain ceiling fan light shades (inverted bowl shaped) and am hoping someone has some ideas to update/change the look? I really like traditional or old world styles. thank you
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Hi! I thought of this update as soon as I read your question:
https://www.hometalk.com/diy/living-room/diy-ceiling-fan-update-44305034?expand_all_questions=1
DIY Ceiling Fan Update
You can paint them with an opaque or swap out for the cages.
I updated mine and here's how https://chascrazycreations.com/update-your-ceiling-fan/
Hi Judith, you can find new shades for it, they will have a standard opening, check thrift stores for vintage styles, or buy new. You could also paint the ones you have with an etching paint. Hope these help you out
https://www.homedepot.com/b/Lighting-Ceiling-Fan-Parts-Light-Covers/N-5yc1vZbvny
https://www.prettyhandygirl.com/5-minute-update-ceiling-fan/
Something like this?
https://www.pinterest.com/pin/458593174554304186/?d=t&mt=login
could paint them too.
How to update & modernize your ceiling fan
https://www.charlestoncrafted.com/updating-standard-ceiling-fan/
5 Minute Update for Your Ceiling Fanhttps://www.prettyhandygirl.com/5-minute-update-ceiling-fan/
9 DIY Ways to Transform Your Light Fixtureshttps://www.goodhousekeeping.com/home/craft-ideas/how-to/g1207/light-fixture-diys/
I have seen light kits for fans at Lowes and Home Depot and also on line. You can shop for the light that you like and it says they are easy to install..https://www.lowes.com/pl/Ceiling-fan-light-kits-Ceiling-fan-parts-accessories-Ceiling-fans-accessories-Lighting-ceiling-fans/4294395591
This may help: https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&feature=youtu.be&v=PRhAmRGvLP0
Hello are there any options available at your big box hardware store?
https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.pinterest.com/amp/pin/299630181429751214/ here's some really great idea from pinterest
Thank you everyone for your help. Here is a pic that may help
Hello,
You could replace them with new, or you could use Coloured Sharpies and draw simple flowers etc. on them or you could decoupage them with paper napkins and Mod podge!
Just because its a fan, you may have to replace the whole thing. If its old, then maybe a good idea to replace
Use Sharpie Black pen to make a pattern and then colour the shapes in with different colours to look like coloured glass.