They work great in the bathroom or kitchen as task lighting. Often working in tandem, sconces are a great way to highlight a work of art or on opposite sides of a hallway. Occasionally, you will see sconces placed in tandems of three or more, such as over a bathroom sink. Single sconces can be placed six to eight feet apart in a hallway to light the way for foot traffic. You can find modern and sleek sconces, as well as antique appearing sconces that seem to be from another century.
Whether you are looking for a simple and functional design or something more elegant and sophisticated, there is a sconce for you. Installing a light sconce is a moderately involved process that can be done as a do-it-yourself project. Safety is of the utmost importance. To be certain, you should cut the power to the entire home and not just to the room you are working in. Steps to Attach Sconce 1.
Mark the spot where you want to put your wall sconce. Cut the hole for your electrical box. Mark the area first by tracing around the box. Since brightness is especially crucial in this area of the house, we recommend complementing ceiling-mounted fixtures with wall sconces. This will ensure that you have ample light to perform daily tasks comfortably at any time of the day. Many times, where you decide to place your kitchen sconces will depend on the existing features of the house.
Make a mental list of your favorite kitchen characteristics and use wall lighting to work with the natural shape of the room. There are so many different ways to light a bathroom, and it really comes down to personal preference. Generally, we recommend placing wall sconces near a mirror as task lighting. The height of the sconce should land just around eye level, preventing unflattering shadows or harsh glares.
This ensures optimal light coverage for daily routines. Depending on the layout of your house, you can also install multiple fixtures down your hallway.
But keep in mind that the six-foot rule may not always apply. Mark the area where you plan to place the wall sconce. To cut wall holes for the sconce boxes and light switch , use a utility knife to trace the outline and cut the hole with a drywall saw. Run cable from the power source to the switch, then to the sconces. Clamp cable to the wall box, tugging gently to make sure the clamp is tight.
To install the box, push it into the hole in the wall, enlarging the hole with a utility knife if needed. Tighten the screws until the box is firmly attached.
Most wall sconces come with all the necessary hardware for mounting, which is usually a strap with a center stud. The strap also helps carry heat away from the fixture.
To wire a sconce, splice the white fixture lead to the white wire and the black lead to the black wire. Connect the grounds. If desired, you can test the power at this point to make sure the light is functional. Remember to turn the power off again before completing installation. Slip the wall-mount light fixture over the center stud and start to tighten the nut.
Stand back and check that the base is plumb, adjusting as needed. Once level, tighten the base. Install the lightbulb, making sure it does not exceed the manufacturer's recommended wattage. Clip the lens into place. Wire the switch. Editor's Tip: If you'd prefer to mount lights on a mirror, you have two options. To install a bathroom strip light, center the box over the mirror or medicine cabinet. Attach the fixture over the box, wire the fixture, and attach the cover.
To install a light fixture directly onto a mirror, have a glass supplier cut three holes to match the fixture: a large hole for the electrical box and two smaller holes for mounting screws.
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