Single Sconce: a Simple Solution to Your Lighting Needs
Wall lights make a wonderful addition to any room in the home. They can help balance out the lighting arrangement and make the space feel warmer and more inviting. One of the most versatile types of wall lighting is a single sconce. The most common type of wall sconce, single sconces can serve as general, task and accent lighting. Pottery Barn Canada offers a large selection of these functional and highly decorative fixtures for you to choose from.
Where to Use Single Wall Sconces
A single sconce can be used just about anywhere you need some extra lighting. Installing one or two sconces is an excellent lighting solution for a dark hallway, making it easier and more comfortable to navigate. In the bathroom, placing a sconce on either side of the mirror will shine light across the face, eliminating shadows for a clearer reflection. You can also place a wall sconce on each side of the bed above your bedside tables, to save space on the table and provide task lighting for activities like reading in bed.
Wall Sconce Styles
Versatile in function, wall sconces are also versatile in style. Many feature a metal base, but the design of the shade can vary considerably. The most common shade materials are:
- Linen - A linen shade gives the sconce a soft, diffuse glow and a more traditional style, though it can easily be incorporated into modern styles as well. Place one on either side of an upholstered headboard for a classic look.
- Metal - Depending on the finish, a sconce with a metal shade can take on a modern, industrial or even antique style. Choose between a sleek and clean-lined metal shade or a curved metal bell that has more of a vintage appeal.
- Glass - Glass sconces are a wonderful choice if you want to brighten up a space, as they allow a lot of the light to shine through. They also have a flexible style that works well in both modern and traditional decor. For a softer and more subtle glow, consider a milk glass shade.
- Crystal - Effortlessly sophisticated, crystal sconces brilliantly reflect the light of the bulb, helping the room seem brighter and larger. These decorative sconces instantly enhance the elegance of any room they are installed in.
Features to Consider
Where and how you want to use your new wall fixture should also influence the type of fixture you choose. When shopping for a new single wall sconce, here are some additional features to consider.
- Contract Grade - When a fixture or furniture is described as being contract grade, that means it has passed our structural and stability testing standards. Contract grade sconces are built to last.
- Adjustable - An adjustable sconce has an arm that you can extend and pivot to direct the light exactly where you want it. This makes it an ideal reading light or a task light for other hobbies that require good lighting.
- Damp UL - A fixture that has a damp UL rating is safe to use in damp spaces like near the shower in the bathroom or a sauna. It can also be used outdoors in a protected and covered area where it won't come into direct contact with water.
- Wet UL - If you want to use a light fixture in an area where it is likely to come into direct contact with water rather than just moisture and condensation, then it needs to have a wet UL rating.
Give your home a lighting upgrade with new wall sconces from Pottery Barn Canada. Our single sconce collection offers effective solutions for all of your lighting needs. Find just the styles and features to complement and illuminate your decor.