Crater Moon Backlit Wall Light, Concrete Outdoor Wall Sconce

Some outdoor walls need a light, and some need a focal point. A courtyard wall, the end of a garden or a blank stretch beside a terrace can feel flat and empty after dark, and a standard sconce only adds a bright patch to it. What these spaces need is something to look at, lit in a way that feels calm rather than functional.

The Crater Moon Backlit Wall Light is a concrete disc textured like the surface of the moon, with a built in LED hidden behind it. The light spills out around the edge onto the wall, creating a warm 3000K halo. It comes in three diameters, 11, 15.8 and 19.7 inches, standing 5.5, 7.5 and 7.9 inches off the wall and weighing 2.2, 4.4 and 6.6 lb, in light concrete gray or gray black. It is hardwired on 110V to 220V, uses 3W to 5W, and is rated IP65 for rain and dust.

What makes the moon disc stand out

The halo is the magic. Because the LED faces the wall rather than the garden, you never see a bright point of light. You see a moon outlined by a soft ring of warm light, as if it were rising from behind the wall itself.

The concrete surface gives it real depth. Craters large and small are cast into the face, and the low light from behind catches their edges, so the texture reads clearly after dark and looks like carved stone in daylight.

The two finishes change the mood. Light concrete gray is soft and pale, closest to a real full moon, and glows gently against white render. Gray black is darker and more graphic, and looks striking on pale stone or against planting.

Three sizes make it easy to compose a wall. An 11 inch moon suits a narrow wall beside a gate, the 15.8 inch moon suits a courtyard or terrace wall, and the 19.7 inch moon becomes the main feature of a large, open wall. Two sizes together read like a moon and a distant planet.

It is gentle light by design. At 3W to 5W, it is an accent rather than a floodlight, which is exactly why it feels restful. It sets a mood without lighting up the whole yard or the windows next door.

Where it looks best, around the house

• Courtyard walls. A single large moon turns a blank wall into the heart of the space.
• Beside a terrace. A soft halo behind outdoor seating makes evenings feel calm.
• Garden walls. A moon at the end of the garden gives the eye somewhere to rest.
• Entry walls. A smaller moon beside the door makes a memorable welcome.
• Outdoor stairs. Two moons at different heights follow the line of the steps.

It suits modern, minimalist and Mediterranean homes, concrete and render facades, and gardens with a calm, sculptural feel.

Choosing the size and placement

The three diameters are 11, 15.8 and 19.7 inches, and the measurements for each are listed in the Dimensions section above.

A few guidelines help:

• On a narrow wall or beside a door, the 11 inch moon keeps the proportions balanced.
• On an open courtyard or terrace wall, the 15.8 or 19.7 inch moon holds its own.
• Mount it around eye level or a little above, where the crater texture can be seen up close.
• Plan the wiring with an electrician, and fix the mounting plate into solid masonry.

Leave clear wall around the moon so the halo can spread. All required mounting hardware and instructions are included.

Layering it with other lighting

A moon wall light is the mood layer of an outdoor space. It gives a wall a soft glow and a focal point, but it is not meant to light a path or a door on its own. Pair it with path lights along the walk and a brighter sconce at the main door.

For planting nearby, a few low landscape lights aimed up into shrubs or trees add depth, while the moon holds the wall.

Keep other lights warm. The moon glows at 3000K, so warm white path and garden lights keep the whole scene soft and consistent.

Care is simple. Switch it off and let it cool, wipe it with a soft, dry cloth and dust the cratered face with a soft brush to lift dirt from the texture. Avoid harsh or abrasive cleaners on the concrete.

Is the moon disc right for your space?

This light is a strong fit if you:

• Want a sculptural focal point for a courtyard, terrace or garden wall.
• Prefer soft, glare free light over a bright floodlight.
• Like the idea of pairing two moons in different sizes.
• Can have a hardwired light installed by an electrician.

It is not designed as a main entry or security light. Where you need bright light to find keys or see a path, pair it with a brighter sconce or path lights.

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.