Genius Hacks To Update Old Light Fixtures

Add A Drum Shade & Beads

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Shorten It

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Add Texture

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Add A Drum Shade & Beads

Shorten It

Add A Shade

Spray Paint It!

Add Texture

Make Your own pleated Shade

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