Wall Sconces

What to look at when choosing a wall sconce

1. Do you have wiring?

This is the first and most decisive question. If there is no sconce outlet in your wall you have two options: have an electrician run a cable, or choose a battery sconce. Our battery models run cordless on a 9V cell and hang with two plugs and screws. If you wire the wall later, the same fitting connects to the mains once you unplug the battery — both are built in.

2. How far can it project?

In tight corridors depth is critical. Models 6 cm deep (Slim, Opal Tube, Stacked) will not obstruct anyone at shoulder height. Models 13–14 cm deep (Anatolian, Crown, Arch) suit wide walls and entrance halls.

3. What kind of light do you want?

For pattern, the rod and laser-cut models: light passes between rods or through a motif and throws lines and shadows on the wall. For sparkle, the crystal models: light refracts into dozens of bright points. For a calm, shadow-free light, the opal models: an even, easy band.

Does a sconce replace the main light?

It does not, and that is a design decision rather than a shortcoming. Sconces are decorative fittings of 6–9 W; their job is not to light a room but to give it character. The right scheme has three layers: overhead general light, sconces on the wall, and a table or floor lamp in a corner.