Mini Cube Wall Washer Light, Black Aluminum Outdoor Sconce

Not every wall needs a lantern. A modern facade, a courtyard or a long garden wall often looks best with light that draws on the surface itself, a clean shape of light rather than a glowing object. That is what wall washers do, and small ones do it with the least fuss.

The Mini Cube Wall Washer Light is a compact black aluminum cube with an integrated LED behind an acrylic lens. The Down Only version is 3.6 inches tall and uses 3W. The Up and Down version is 4.9 inches tall and uses 6W. Both are 3.7 inches wide and project 3.1 inches from the wall. Choose warm white 3000K or cool white 6000K. It is hardwired at 110V to 220V, rated IP65 for rain and dust, and lights an area of about 32 to 54 square feet.

What makes the mini cube stand out

The size is the point. At just a few inches across, the cube barely registers in daylight, so the wall keeps its clean look and the light does the talking at night.

The beam shape is crisp. Light leaves the cube in a defined fan, so the wall shows a clear triangle of light below, or above and below on the Up and Down version. On textured render or stone the beam picks out every ridge.

The light never points at people. Because it runs along the wall, it lights the surface and the ground without glare, which makes it comfortable beside a door or a seating area.

The two light colors change the mood. Warm white 3000K suits brick, wood and planting. Cool white 6000K looks crisp on concrete, gray stone and very modern exteriors.

The black aluminum body has a fine textured finish that hides fingerprints and small marks outdoors.

Where it looks best, around the house

• Beside the front door. A pair of cubes frames the door with clean beams.
• Long facades. A row of cubes gives the wall a steady rhythm.
• Courtyards. Beams on the walls make a small space feel larger.
• Garden walls and fences. Soft fans of light add depth to the garden at night.
• Hallways and covered corridors. Low light that guides without glare.

It suits modern, minimalist and contemporary homes, and works on render, stone, concrete and painted brick.

Choosing the size and placement

The size follows the beam. Down Only is 3.6 inches tall, and Up and Down is 4.9 inches tall. Both are 3.7 inches wide and 3.1 inches deep, so they sit almost flush on the wall.

A few guidelines help:

• Mount cubes at the same height along a wall and space them evenly so the beams form a pattern.
• Leave room above and below for the Up and Down beams to spread on the wall.
• Use one light color across the house for a calm, consistent look.
• Plan the wiring with an electrician before the wall is finished.

All required mounting hardware and instructions are included.

Layering it with other lighting

Wall washers are the accent layer. Pair them with a lantern or sconce at the main door, and with low path lights along the walk.

For more beam shapes, browse the wall washer lights collection, where larger fixtures can light taller walls in the same style.

On a long wall, a row of cubes can replace one large fixture and gives a more even, architectural look.

Care is simple. Switch it off and let it cool, wipe the aluminum with a soft, dry cloth and dry it fully, and avoid harsh or abrasive cleaners on the finish and the lens.

The cube also works hard in daylight by staying out of the way. Its small, square body and textured black finish blend into dark cladding or read as a neat accent on pale render, so the wall keeps its clean lines until the beams come on. That makes it a good choice for homes where the architecture should do the talking.

Is the mini cube right for your space?

This light is a strong fit if you:

• Want small, modern wall lights with clean beams.
• Need light beside a door without glare.
• Want to light a long wall or a courtyard evenly.
• Want a choice of warm or cool white.

It may not suit someone who wants a bright area light for a driveway, or a traditional home that calls for a lantern.

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.