Dannells Limited has been manufacturing products for Professional Lampshade Makers since 1982. For the last decade, they have dedicated their business to help build and mentor a new generation of Lampshade Makers, and now the UK again has a thriving and growing infrastructure of Professional Lampshade Manufacturers, both old and new. Their experience, together with new technology and the best materials, makes UK manufactured lampshades the best available to the industry today.
Dannells have expanded the creative limits of lampshade making with their variety of lampshade materials and production processes, ranging from traditional tapered shades to contemporary drums and less conventional geometric shapes, to their Stick-It® range of professional flame-retardant self-adhesive backings, available in a vast array of attractive finishes, which can be used with fabrics or papers.
The variety of lampshade shapes, sizes, colours, and finishes enable combinations that are virtually endless and can be used for domestic use, retail lighting products and commercial installations worldwide. In addition, cutting-edge in-house processes in laminating, panel cutting, pleating and digital and dye-sublimation printing, add an extra dimension to the creative possibilities.
As a Member of the LIA, Dannells also offer technical expertise and advice, fostering close working relationships with both their retail and commercial clients. Director James Dannell says “No matter the size of our clients’ project, be it a single lampshade, large contract commission, or ongoing retail ranges, we are always happy to help."
Gary Spencer is Managing Director of Imperial Lighting, a family run business based in the UK with over 60 years of experience in manufacturing Traditional and Modern Lampshades. “We have always had a close working relationship with Dannells and grown our business thanks to their continued development and technical knowledge of lampshade making. The products and services Dannells offer ensure we continue to meet our clients’ vision on time and on budget” comments Gary.
One of the many creative projects Imperial Lighting completed using Dannells’ materials was for Plexal – Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park - 1.5 metre equilateral lampshades made in white PVC fitted with RGB colour changing LEDs enabling each unit to change colour. It's a true mixture of modern and traditional techniques.
Dannells has enjoyed being an integral part of the lampshade making landscape for the last 40 years and look forward to help shape a bright future for the lampshade manufacturing industry.
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