I have resurrected five lamps from the basement for use in the main living areas of my house. Two of the lamps are prized possesions as I got them for fifty cents each at a yard sale - yes they look good. I might have to buy one more shade to have five shades. All the lamps have nice looking bases, ceramic, brass, etc. But, the shades I have are old looking and have dirt on them that I doubt will come out by washing or vacuming. Also they are blotched and faded. Two of the shades are big. If I decide to paint them is there any special kind of paint I should use. I want to aviod any long term odor being thrown off the shades and I want the pait to last. I figure I will use spray paint and also inquire about paint type at a local craft store. I will go with white, off white or a light tan (if possible, the same light tan color two shades already have). Anyone have any experience with this and any suggestions? Thanks, Charlie