Umbrella Shade Wall Light, Steel and Aluminum Outdoor Sconce

A modern exterior often has long plain walls that look bare after dark. Lighting them does not have to mean a bright box on the wall. A slim, sculptural fixture can add a graceful line in daylight and a soft pool of light at night, in the way a well designed street lamp does.

The Umbrella Shade Wall Light has a small cylindrical base, a slender arm that rises and bends over, and a wide, shallow umbrella shade. It is 15.8 inches tall and 15.8 inches wide, with a 7.9 inch shade that sits 7.9 inches off the wall, and it weighs 4.4 lb. The LED under the shade gives about 600 lumens at 6W in warm 3000K white. It comes in black, coffee or dark green, is made of stainless steel and aluminum, and is hardwired on 110V to 240V with an IP65 rating.

What makes the umbrella shade light stand out

The silhouette is the design. A thin arm and a wide, low shade make a light, drawn line on the wall, more like a small sculpture than a fixture. It adds interest to a plain wall even in daylight.

The light is soft and downward. The LED is tucked under the shade, so you never see it from across the patio. Light falls in a gentle cone onto the wall and the ground, which makes a seating area feel warm and calm.

The colors are unusual for outdoor lights. Beyond classic black, coffee and dark green bring a softer, earthier tone that sits well beside timber, brick, terracotta and planting.

It is efficient. At 6W for about 600 lumens, it gives plenty of gentle light for a patio or entry while using very little power.

The small base keeps the wall clean. Only a slim cylinder touches the wall, so the fixture looks light and uncluttered even when mounted in a row.

Where it looks best, around the house

• Patio walls. Soft pools of light beside outdoor seating.
• Beside doors. The shade hangs over the step and lights it gently.
• Terraces and balconies. A calm, low glare glow for evenings outside.
• Covered walkways. A row of shades gives a long walkway a steady rhythm.
• Outdoor dining areas. Warm light on the wall without glare in the eyes.

It suits modern, minimalist, Scandinavian and mid century homes, and earthy exteriors with timber, brick or terracotta.

Choosing the finish and placement

There is one size, 15.8 inches tall and 15.8 inches wide, with a 7.9 inch shade. The measurements are listed in the Dimensions section above.

A few guidelines help:

• Mount it so the shade sits above head height, where the light falls down onto the space below.
• Along a long wall, space several evenly for a steady rhythm of light.
• Choose black for pale walls, and coffee or dark green for timber, brick and planting.
• Plan the wiring with an electrician so the base lines up where you want the shade to sit.

All required mounting hardware and instructions are included.

Layering it with other lighting

An umbrella shade light is the ambient layer for a patio or terrace. It gives soft light where people sit and walk. For a garden bed or a tree nearby, add a few landscape lights to give depth beyond the wall.

For an evening mood over a dining area, outdoor string lights overhead pair beautifully with the soft downward light of the shades.

Keep the color warm. The LED glows at 3000K, so warm white string, garden and path lights keep the whole space consistent.

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

Is the umbrella shade light right for your space?

This light is a strong fit if you:

• Want a slim, sculptural light for a modern patio or entry.
• Prefer soft downward light with no visible LED.
• Like the idea of coffee or dark green instead of plain black.
• Can have a hardwired light installed by an electrician.

It is a gentle ambient light, so it may not suit a spot that needs bright security lighting, such as a long, dark drive.

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.