Offset Blade Wall Sconce, Black Aluminum Outdoor Wall Light

On a modern house, the best exterior lights are the ones you notice for their effect, not their glare. A soft wash of light on a clean wall looks calm and considered, while an exposed bulb at eye level feels harsh.

The Offset Blade Wall Sconce is made of two offset aluminum pieces: a tall black blade in front and a curved light panel behind it, lit by an integrated LED in warm white 3000K with a CRI above 90. It comes in two sizes, 8.9 inches tall and 4.1 inches from the wall, or 16.7 inches tall and 4.7 inches from the wall, at 8W and 12W. A dimmable version works with a TRIAC wall dimmer. It is rated IP54 and hardwired at 110V to 220V.

What makes the blade sconce stand out

The light is hidden. The blade blocks the view of the light panel from the front, so what you see is a soft halo on the wall rather than a bright source.

The glow has shape. Light spills up and to the side from behind the blade, drawing a gentle arc on the wall that changes the look of a plain facade at night.

It is graphic by day. The black blade reads as a bold vertical line, especially on white render, pale concrete or light timber.

The color is accurate. A CRI above 90 means brick, wood and plants look natural in its light.

The dimmable option adds control. Paired with a TRIAC wall dimmer, the light can be turned down to a low evening glow.

It is slim on the wall. At only 4.1 to 4.7 inches deep, it stays tight to the facade beside a door or along a narrow stair.

Where it looks best, around the house

• Beside the front door. A pair gives a modern entrance a calm, glowing frame.
• Garage walls. The tall size gives a strong vertical accent.
• Courtyards. Soft halos along a wall set a quiet mood.
• Balconies and terraces. Glare free light beside the seating.
• Stairways. A row of compact sconces lights a stair wall without glare.

It suits modern, minimalist, contemporary and mid century homes, and any facade where clean lines matter.

Choosing the size and placement

The two sizes are 8.9 inches tall with a 2.2 inch blade and 4.1 inches from the wall, or 16.7 inches tall with a 3.3 inch blade and 4.7 inches from the wall. Both have a backplate 4.3 inches wide and 7.1 inches tall.

A few guidelines help:

• For a side door or a stair wall, choose the 8.9 inch size.
• For a main entrance or a garage, choose the 16.7 inch size.
• Mount pairs at the same height either side of the door.
• For the dimmable version, have the electrician fit a TRIAC wall dimmer when wiring the light.

All required mounting hardware and instructions are included, and the light fixes to a standard outdoor junction box.

Layering it with other lighting

A backlit sconce is the ambient layer at the entrance. Browse the outdoor wall sconces collection for other modern styles, and add low light along the drive with the bollard lights collection.

Let the wall do the work. A pale, smooth wall shows the halo best, so give the sconce a clear area of wall around it.

Repeat the sconce for rhythm. Several compact sconces at even spacing along a courtyard wall or a stair create a calm row of halos, far softer than a single bright light.

Match the warmth. At 3000K it pairs naturally with warm path and garden lights, so the whole front reads as one calm scene.

Use the dimmer for the evening. Full brightness while guests arrive, then a low glow later on, keeps the entrance welcoming without lighting up the whole street.

Looking after it is simple. Switch it off and let it cool, then wipe the aluminum with a soft, dry cloth. Avoid harsh or abrasive cleaners and dry the metal fully.

Is the blade sconce right for your space?

This sconce is a strong fit if you:

• Want glare free light by the door.
• Like a bold, modern shape on the wall.
• Want the option to dim.
• Can have a hardwired light installed.

It may not suit a very exposed wall that takes driving rain, since it is rated IP54, 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.