Options abound when choosing the best socket for a new lamp or the most appropriate for an old lamp. Ideally the lamp socket should complement the appearance and overall quality of the lamp while functioning in an easy to access manner. Although your local hardware store may have sockets, rarely do they have a range of types, sizes, materials and finishes. Most lamp restorations require a replacement socket similar to what was originally on the lamp. Depending upon the type of socket there may be options enabling you to better customize the lamp to suit your needs.

There are a variety of unique sockets in addition to the standard sockets we are familiar with. These socket serve unique purposes for specific lighting situations.

Gone with the Wind Socket connects with a second night light socket to provide various levels of light. The two lamp sockets can be controlled independently or together. Turn knob switch, on Gone with the Wind Lamp Sockets, operates both sockets. One switch turn - lights only top socket, two switch turns - lights only bottom socket and three switch turns - light both the top and bottom bulbs.

Snap-in Nite Lite Sockets have spring clips to hold lamp socket in place. This style is often used in lamps where both bottom and top of lamp light up independently of each other. 

Lamp sockets with uno threads enable lampshades and holders with uno threads to screw directly onto lamp socket. Threads are at light bulb-end of lamp socket.

Phenolic Husk Lamp Sockets have a unique bottom turn switch design. This practical design can be used vertically or horizontally.

Candle Lamp Sockets are available in a variety of sizes. They are used with a decorative sleeve to resemble electric candles.