Glowing Moon Globe Wall Light, Black Steel Outdoor Wall Sconce

Most porch lights are designed to disappear. They do their job, but nobody remembers them. A light beside the door can also set a mood, though, and a playful, beautiful one tells guests something about the people who live inside before they have even knocked.

The Glowing Moon Globe Wall Light is a resin sphere detailed like the full moon, set on a square black stainless steel base. A built in LED lights the whole globe from inside in warm 3000K white, at about 90 lumens per watt. It is 9.8 inches tall, 7.9 inches wide and stands 9.8 inches off the wall, with a 7.9 inch globe, and it weighs 3.3 lb. It is hardwired on 110V to 220V, rated IP65 for rain and dust, and available with or without a built in motion sensor.

What makes the moon globe stand out

The glow is soft and even. Because the light comes through the whole sphere, there is no bright point to squint at. The seas and craters of the moon show as gentle gray shadows across a warm golden globe, which is lovely to look at up close.

It lights the wall as well as the globe. The base holds the sphere well out from the wall, so light wraps around it and spreads a gentle halo behind, lifting the wall and the door frame around it.

It looks good by day. Switched off, the globe is a pale sculpted moon perched on a crisp black block, a small piece of art on a plain wall.

The motion sensor option adds convenience. Choose the version with a built in motion sensor if you want the light to respond to movement at the door, or the standard version if you prefer to control it from a wall switch.

It is easy to live with. The LED is built in, so there is no bulb to find or change, and the IP65 rating means it can go on an open wall as well as under a porch roof.

Where it looks best, around the house

• Beside the front door. A single moon or a pair gives the entrance a warm, playful welcome.
• Balconies. A soft glow on the wall for evenings outside.
• Terraces and patios. Gentle light beside seating, with no glare.
• Coastal and lake homes. The moon feels especially fitting where the night sky is part of the view.
• Side entries. The motion sensor version is handy at a door used after dark.

It suits modern, minimalist and coastal homes, and any house where a little playfulness at the door feels right.

Choosing the finish and placement

There is one size, 9.8 inches tall with a 7.9 inch globe, standing 9.8 inches off the wall. The measurements are listed in the Dimensions section above.

A few guidelines help:

• Beside a standard door, mount the moon so the globe sits around eye level or a little higher.
• Leave clear space around it, since it projects 9.8 inches and needs room to glow.
• Mount a pair at the same height on either side of a wide door or opening.
• Plan the wiring with an electrician, especially if you choose the motion sensor version for a busy entry.

All required mounting hardware and instructions are included.

Layering it with other lighting

A moon globe is the character layer of outdoor lighting. It gives the entrance a warm, memorable glow and pairs well with a few quieter lights around it. Add path lights along the walk so the route to the door is lit too.

If you like the sensor idea elsewhere, motion sensor wall lights suit side doors, garages and back paths where light is only needed now and then.

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

Care is simple. Switch it off and let it cool, then wipe the globe and the base with a soft, dry cloth. Avoid harsh or abrasive cleaners on the resin, and dry the metal base fully after cleaning.

Is the moon globe right for your space?

This light is a strong fit if you:

• Want a playful, memorable light beside the front door.
• Like soft, glare free light over a bright lantern.
• Would find a motion sensor version useful.
• Can have a hardwired light installed by an electrician.

It may not suit a formal traditional facade, or anyone who needs a bright security light. For that, pair it with a stronger wall light.

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.