Craftsman Grid Lantern Porch Light, Black Aluminum Wall Lantern

For a farmhouse, a cottage or a classic American porch, the lantern by the door is part of the character of the house. It should look right in daylight, beside the siding, the trim and the door, and it should give a warm, welcoming glow at night that says someone is home.

The Craftsman Grid Lantern Porch Light is a black die cast aluminum lantern with a pitched roof, a hanging arm and a square glass cage. Choose Clear Grid glass with a window pane grid, or Ribbed glass for a softer glow. It comes in two sizes: 7.3 inches wide and 10.4 inches tall, or 9.1 inches wide and 12.4 inches tall, projecting 9.3 or 11.4 inches from the wall. The hardwired version takes a replaceable E27 LED bulb for 110V to 240V, and the solar version has a panel built into the roof. Light is warm white 3000K, rated 7W and 658 lumens, and the lantern is rated IP55.

What makes the grid lantern stand out

The proportions are classic. A pitched roof, a hanging arm and a square cage are the shape people picture when they think of a porch lantern, and they suit almost any traditional home.

The two glass options change the mood. Clear Grid glass shows the bulb inside like a lamp in a window, which is charming with a filament style bulb. Ribbed glass diffuses the light into an even glow and hides the bulb, which is gentler on the eyes.

The solar version hides its panel in plain sight. The panel is built into the lantern roof, so there is no separate panel to mount and the lantern looks almost the same as the hardwired one from the street.

Die cast aluminum keeps it sturdy. The black frame holds its crisp lines, and the lantern is made for outdoor use, with an IP55 rating for rain and dust.

The two sizes suit different doors. The smaller lantern fits a standard front door or a side door, and the larger one holds its own beside a wide porch, a double door or a garage.

Where it looks best, around the house

• Beside the front door. A pair of lanterns gives a classic, symmetrical welcome.
• Porch posts. A lantern on a post lights the steps and the porch floor.
• Garage doors. Lanterns either side of the garage match the front entrance.
• Gate piers and garden walls. The solar version lights the way with no wiring.
• Back doors and decks. Warm light for evenings outside.

It suits farmhouse, craftsman, colonial and cottage homes, and it also looks at home on a modern farmhouse with board and batten siding.

Choosing the size and placement

The 7.3" lantern is 10.4 inches tall and projects 9.3 inches from the wall, weighing 5.5 lb. The 9.1" lantern is 12.4 inches tall and projects 11.4 inches, weighing 6.6 lb.

A few guidelines help:

• For a standard door, the 7.3" lantern looks balanced; for a wide porch or double door, choose the 9.1" size.
• Mount the lantern so its center sits a little above eye level.
• For a pair, mount one on each side of the door at the same height.
• Hardwired versions need a junction box, so plan the wiring with an electrician. For solar, choose a wall where the roof panel gets direct sun.

All required mounting hardware and instructions are included.

Layering it with other lighting

A porch lantern is the welcome layer. Guide guests to it with path lights along the walk, and repeat the look at the edge of the lawn with outdoor post lights.

Keep the light warm. The lantern glows at 3000K, and matching the rest of the exterior lights keeps the house cozy and consistent.

Repeat the shape. Using the same lantern at the front door, the garage and the back door makes the whole house feel designed as one.

Care is simple. Switch a hardwired lantern off and let it cool, then wipe the frame with a soft, dry cloth, and clean the glass with glass cleaner on the cloth, never sprayed on the fixture. On the solar version, wipe the roof panel so it charges well.

Is the grid lantern right for your space?

This light is a strong fit if you:

• Want a classic farmhouse lantern for a porch or entrance.
• Like the choice of clear grid glass or ribbed glass.
• Want a solar option with the panel hidden in the roof.
• Need a size for a standard door or a wide porch.

It may not suit a strictly modern facade, and the solar version is not the best choice under a deep porch roof that blocks the sun.

Every order ships free across the US and most arrive in 6 to 9 business days. Unused items in their original packaging can be returned within 30 days of delivery, and questions about sizes are answered at info@norafurnish.com.