How to Wire a Turned Wooden Lamp

Step 4: Add Ring and Harp

You don't have to add the check ring if you don't want to. But I've found that the lamp not only looks better but it makes for a more robust base for the harp and lamp socket. And you don't need to add a harp if your intended lamp shade does not need one.

Place the check ring over the wire and threaded nipple.

Remove the base piece of the harp and place it over the wire and threaded nipple.