Modern Wall Sconces

What Are Modern Wall Sconces?

Modern wall sconces are wall-mounted light fixtures that save on space when compared to table and floor lamps. They are also an excellent choice to highlight an architectural feature, such as a fireplace, or piece of furniture or decor within your home. 

How Do I Choose Modern & Contemporary Wall Sconces For My Living Space?

When choosing the best contemporary wall lights to fit your living space, you should consider size, scale, and placement as well as style and finish. Once you identify the best placement for your sconces, you can determine what scale works best for the particular space. The style of the fixture should complement the decor of your living area. Take note other finishes that you have used and select fixtures that coordinate. Scones come in metal, glass, ceramic, wood and a range of other finish options. Popular metallic finishes include gold, silver and bronze, which can be either polished and shiny or brushed and matte. 

Are Modern Wall Sconces Still In Style?

Yes, modern wall sconces are still very much in style! Particularly when space is at a premium, sconces are an excellent choice to contribute to a polished look while providing indirect lighting that enhances your living space, dining area, hallway, bathroom or bedroom. 

What Other Things Should I Consider When Choosing Modern Wall Sconces?

An important consideration for modern wall lighting is where you actually want to cast light. Some wall sconces cast light downward, upwards or a combination of both. Downlighting is useful when you are using the sconce in place of a lamp—for example, as a reading light. Uplighting casts a glow on the ceiling which can indirectly illuminate a larger space. Consider your overall lighting scheme in your living area when selecting the best type of wall sconce. 

Modern Wall Sconces FAQs

Do people still decorate with modern wall sconces?

Yes, modern wall sconces are still a popular choice, especially for small spaces. But they are also a great way to highlight a decorative mirror or add ambient lighting to any space.

What type of light is best in modern wall sconces?

Most modern wall sconces are compatible with LEDs, which are the best bulbs to use as they save on energy, last for a long time and render a neutral light most similar to daylight. 

Where do I hang bedroom wall sconces?

When using wall sconces in a bedroom, they are typically placed on either side of the bed at a similar height as a lamp on a nightstand. If your bedroom is small, sconces are an excellent way to provide lighting for reading before bed. Install dimmers for your bedroom wall sconces so that you can lower and raise light levels as needed.

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