Want to brighten up a small room? Installing wall sconces is a proven method for providing ample illumination when space is at a premium. Best of all, sconces are now available in a wide variety of decorative styles that can suit every home’s decor. One of the most popular places to install wall-mounted lighting is on both sides of the bed. Not only does the style leave more room on nightstands for books, charging stations, clocks, or radios/MP3 players, but swing-arm models and other styles offer plenty of adjustment points for users to direct light exactly where they need it. Hallways, dark corners, and home theaters are also perfect spots to locate sconces.
Allegri: Part of the Catel Collection, this wall sconce resembles a traditional wall bracket in a half sphere-shaped cage. It features a two-tone Stainless Steel finish with clear Firenze crystal accents. www.allegricrystal.com
Artcraft: This one-light sconce from the Castello Collection has a rustic look that suit a variety of environments. www.artcraftlighting.com
Bulbrite: The Nostalgic Sconce Collection, with its Antique Pewter finish and brass socket, can complement vintage or contemporary décor. Each sconce has an adjustable arm and cast aluminum antique hardware. The fixtures can be ordered as: bare, mirrored shade, and cage (bulb sold separately www.bulbrite.com/nostalgic
Corbett Lighting: The ADA-compliant Small Talk sconce is handcrafted in iron and has a Silver Leaf finish with Polished Stainless Steel accents and clear crystal. It is lamped with two candelabra-base incandescents (not included) and topped by a hardback Ivory Ice shade. www.corbettlighting.com
Eurofase: The Grappa wall sconce is composed of a collection of smoked glass spheres floating on a chrome field. Each sphere contains an inner clear sphere that houses the bulb. The dual layering of the glass allows for a smooth diffusion of the light, making it a perfect fixture for a bathroom, studio, or modern bedroom. www.eurofase.com
ELK Lighting: This two-light sconce from the Cubist Collection is shown with staggered Dusk Sky Tiffany-style glass cubes; however, the style can also be specified with White Tiffany-style glass. www.elklighting.com
Flambeau: The Diego wall sconce boasts a clean Minimalist design by Paul Grüer. The gold twisted barb shade holder supports a natural linen translucent shade, while the hanging gold bobeche and crystal glass downward spire add distinction. It measures 24” high x 9” wide x 13” diameter.www.flambeaulighting.com
Fredrick Ramond: The contemporary Gemma sconce features rectangular prisms of Amber Pearl clear crystal set within a frame of Vintage Bronze to create a sparkling, jewelry-like effect. www.fredrickramond.com
Hudson Valley Lighting: The Meridian wall sconce mixes the look of early electric lamping with modern Minimalism. It is available in a choice of Aged Brass, Polished Nickel, or an Old Bronze finish. The perforated shade emphasizes the fixture’s Machine Age inspiration. It is lamped with one 60-watt T10-type bulb and measures 3.25” wide x 11.25” high x 3.75” deep. www.hudsonvalleylighting.com
Yosemite Home Décor: The Kalmia wall sconces measure 28” high x 11” wide x 4.5” diameter and boast an Antique Black finish and jacquard shade. It is lamped with a 60-watt incandescent and available in a matching island light, chandeliers (4-light model shown), mini-pendant, semi-flush mount, and two versions of vanity lights. The mantel and electric fireplace insert are also offered by the company. www.yosemitehomedecor.com
Kalco : Part of the Coronado collection, this two-light sconce offers rustic style. It is offered in the company’s exclusive Florence Gold finish. www.kalco.com
LBL Lighting: The clean, modern Hunter 24 outdoor sconce is inspired by a hunter’s bow. It features a metal arc that conceals an LED light source behind a smooth acrylic diffuser. The indirect light bounces off the smooth, matte finish of the backplate, creating an ambient glow. It can be mounted vertically or horizontally and is available in a Black or Silver finish. www.lbllighting.com