Wall sconces

In no small part, a comfortable stay in a particular room depends on properly selected lighting. And if ceiling lamps can be considered a necessity, then small wall lamps are not just an additional source of light, it is rather an element of coziness. Among the wall lamps, the wall sconces stand out for their decorative features.

Wall sconces in the interior

First of all, let's define what the sconce is. Classic wall sconces are lighting fixtures that are attached to the wall by means of a bracket. For more decorative, the brackets are made of the most intricate shapes and from a variety of materials, and the light source (bulb) has a plafond or lampshade (sometimes two or more), which is also made of a variety of materials, sometimes very expensive (crystal, crystals). Most wall sconces are used for zone lighting.

Therefore, for example, in the living room, the wall sconces are located on either side of the sofa or near the armchair, thereby highlighting the rest area. Also, wall lamps, in particular wall lamps, are often used in the living rooms to focus on unusual or interesting details of the decor - illuminate paintings, antiques or collectibles.

In the kitchen, wall sconces are usually located next to the dining table, thus highlighting the dining area. The muffled, diffused light from the sconce, whose external design echoes with the appearance of the ceiling light, will create an atmosphere of special home comfort and warmth in the kitchen.

The presence of wall sconces in the bedroom is very justified. As a rule, it is more convenient to use not the main one, but this type of lighting. And therefore, traditionally the sconce is placed on both sides of the bed as bedside wall lamps. For bedrooms, as a place of peace and seclusion, wall sconces with a lamp shade are best suited, the color and design of which echoes with the general color and stylistic design of this room.

Another interesting option. If the bedroom uses eaves for curtains with forging elements, then, as well as possible, the forged wall sconces will fit here. This will add to the interior of the bedroom of refinement and luxury.

For the children's room, wall lights are also necessary, you can say irreplaceable, attribute. First of all, the sconces are convenient for directional illumination of the working table, where the child can do handicrafts or teach lessons. And, of course, children's wall sconces with dimmed light - it's an excellent nightlight over the baby's crib.

Wall sconces can be found even in the interior of the hallway . Here they can, for example, additionally illuminate the mirror or use as an indicative night lighting. Harmoniously will look in the interior of the hallway, simple, without any excesses, wooden wall sconces.

In addition to internal use, wall sconces are widely used for outdoor, street lighting. It can be a lamp, consisting of the simplest plafond and the usual bracket - they are often used, for example, to illuminate the entrance to the entrance of a multi-storey building. But private developers often choose more decorative street sconces, which not only serve as a source of directional light, but are also an additional element of the decor of the facade of the house.

Criteria for choosing wall sconces

Thanks to the variety of shapes and models, lamps of this type can be selected for every taste and for any interior. Naturally, this should take into account the stylistics of the design of the room and select the appropriate sconce. For example, wall sconces in the Art Nouveau style, featuring ornate forms and muted lights, are suitable for creating a romantic interior. Such wall sconces are often made in the form of antique candelabra.