Dave Konstantin April 27th, 2015
Posted In: Blog, Lighting Tips
One of the most valuable — but least appreciated — tools of the lighting designer is the wall sconce. Technically any fixture that attaches directly to the wall, a sconce can be modern or traditional, ornate or plain, metal or ceramic or glass. Here’s why you should definitely consider them for your home:
Have you noticed that when you’re in a fancy restaurant everyone looks gorgeous? You can thank the mighty wall sconce, for this simple reason: the light from a sconce travels across the room at approximately face level, as opposed to ceiling lighting, which comes from above. This means that facial shadows are greatly reduced and wrinkles or other imperfections are miraculously filled in, so people just glow. And when the person across from you looks good, YOU feel good — it’s only natural.
By casting light on both walls and ceilings, sconces can make a cramped space or a low-ceiling basement feel brighter and more open.
The light source on a good sconce is shielded by fabric, metal, or translucent glass and directs light away from your eyes and into the room.
Many people consider sconces a “luxury” fixture and never even consider them. In reality, they should be at the top of the list for any intelligent lighting plan.
We’ll be happy to explain how the thoughtful use of sconces can add warmth to the lighting in your home. Contact us today for an expert consultation.
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