How to Choose the Right Sconces for Every Room in Your Home
How to Choose the Right Sconces for Every Room in Your Home
How to Choose the Right Sconces for Every Room in Your Home! Sconces aren’t just a light source—they’re the secret ingredient to creating a cozy, well-designed home. Whether you’re looking to brighten up a hallway, flank a mirror in your bathroom, or set the mood in your bedroom, wall sconces can elevate your space instantly.
If you're unsure where to begin, don’t worry—we’ve put together this DIY-style guide to help you choose the perfect sconces for every room in your home. We’ll explore types, placement tips, and how to match your style with lighting that feels just right.
Why Wall Sconces Are a Must-Have in Any Home
Wall sconces offer flexible, ambient lighting while doubling as wall art. They’re ideal for:
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Adding mood lighting in a bedroom or living room
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Saving space on nightstands or vanities
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Illuminating hallways, staircases, or entryways
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Creating symmetry around artwork or mirrors
If you’re furnishing or updating your space, choosing the right bathroom sconces, bedroom sconces, or even outdoor wall sconces can be a game-changer.
How to Choose the Right Bathroom Sconces
When it comes to bathroom sconces, functionality and style go hand in hand. You want a light source that reduces shadows and provides even illumination.
Placement Tips
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Install sconces at eye level (around 60" from the floor) for the most flattering light.
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For dual vanity mirrors, mount one sconce on each side, about 36–40 inches apart.
Best Styles for the Bathroom
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Glass shades offer clean, diffused lighting.
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Antique brass finishes pair beautifully with marble or ceramic tile.
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Consider a flush mount sconce for tight spaces.
Bedroom Sconces for Cozy, Clutter-Free Lighting
If you want to ditch bulky table lamps, bedroom sconces are the perfect solution.
H3: Styling Ideas
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Try adjustable sconces for late-night reading.
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Install above or beside your bed in place of traditional bedside lamps.
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Choose dimmable fixtures for total control over mood lighting.
Currey and Company offers a range of black sconces, brass sconces, and mid-century modern styles that work beautifully in today’s bedrooms.
Outdoor Wall Sconces That Welcome You Home
Your home’s exterior deserves just as much attention. Outdoor wall sconces provide safety, ambiance, and major curb appeal.
Pro Placement Tip
Mount sconces around 66" from the ground and aim for symmetry around your door, porch columns, or garage.
Weather-Resistant Materials
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Look for brass lanterns or black powder-coated metal sconces
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Choose styles rated for damp or wet locations
A brass lantern-style sconce offers timeless appeal and looks stunning against brick or wood siding.
Try This Lighting Trick!
Still unsure? Tape paper cutouts of your favorite sconce shapes on the wall at eye level before buying. Step back and see how the size and spacing feel in real life.
Create Your Chic Home Vibe
At Chic Home Vibes, we believe lighting is more than functional—it’s foundational. Our curated selection of Currey and Company wall sconces are made to last and designed to wow. From bathroom sconces to outdoor wall sconces, we’ve got heirloom-quality lighting that helps you create your chic home vibe.
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