Wall Lighting

Brass Wall Sconce

Brass Wall Sconce Lighting

There is a variety of wall sconce lighting available depending on the desired style or theme for a room.  More than functioning as an additional source of light that is attached to walls, brass wall sconce lighting is considered as a work of art. Brass is not just for musical instruments; traditionally, wall sconce lighting is casted from brass or has a brass finish. Oftentimes, brass is associated with the old world, that takes you back to stone castle walls lit with single or multiple candles held by wall sconce. Their decor esthetic leaves plenty to be desired as it can transform a simple room with the richness and twist of a timeless modernized past.

Brass wall sconce lighting has a variety of designs, styles and sizes depending on the mood and period you want the room to convey—Roman time, medieval era or even the Renaissance! They blend well with rich and deep colored textiles and walls. In the olden days, brass wall sconce held candles. Nowadays, these are used more often to hold candle-like lights or candelabras and lamps. Brass wall sconce lighting can also be decorated with crystals of various shapes and sizes. Depending on your taste, you can have a simple brass wall sconce lighting design or one that has a detailed pattern that sets your room apart. Brass wall sconce lighting can be used for both background or additional and task lighting.

The brass material and finish with candle-like bulbs give a timeless and medieval castle-like feel to an area. They complement and highlight existing decor and the pieces of furniture of a room. Wall sconce lighting often illuminates its own special brass design and also entrances, paintings, fireplaces, bookshelves, beds, stairways, and hallways. Brass wall sconce lighting can be placed in almost any room and are normally placed in pairs. For example, in the bathroom, brass wall sconce lighting is typically placed on opposite sides of a mirror over a vanity. In large living rooms or on either sides of long hallways, multiple sconces are place to provide additional illumination. Another idea is to place brass wall sconce lighting on opposite ends of a headboard just like those seen in castles!  They not only accent the bed area, but also provide additional light while reading in bed. One must not forget, although brass wall sconce lighting can stand alone as works of art, they should balance the room and not overpower the pieces of furniture they are trying to highlight.

The position of wall sconce lighting and the type of area it will be installed in has an effect on the room. Many rules of thumb are followed. Position-wise, it can be placed about five feet from the ground or a little above half of the wall. Horizontally, it is advised to space it about eight to ten feet apart opposite each other or side-by-side. Following this prevents unwanted glare. Ceiling height is another consideration in the placement of wall sconces. A higher position can produce a more dramatic effect. Pick the right brass wall light and see its effect on your room!