In this post we’re sharing the best plug-in wall sconces that will fit a variety of spaces and styles.
Every space needs lighting. Whether to just see where you’re going or just to set the right mood, it’s of the highest importance.
And lighting choices can really make or break a space. Anyone who has accidentally chosen a super cold-toned light bulb has learned this lesson.
That said, there are many things to consider when choosing a light fixture.
How to Choose Lighting
Location is the first major consideration. This will significantly impact what kind of fixture you’re able to get.
If your light location is directly above a dining table, something like a sconce wouldn’t make sense at all. Stick to the main types of lighting that work for the space that you’re working for: chandelier for dining table, flush mount or semi flush mount for a hallway if there’s not much headspace, etc.
One of the best things you can do for a room is to have balanced lighting around the room rather than just in one spot. For instance, having just one lamp in a large room 1) wouldn’t provide enough light, and 2) wouldn’t provide the nice ambiance of balanced lighting.
The goal is to mix multiple types of lighting around a room for a soft, well lit space.
Sconces are one of the best types of lighting for providing soft lighting around a room. The problem is, unless you are lucky enough to have existing sconces, you have to have the wiring done in order to have sconces which can get a bit pricey.
Not today, because that’s why someone out there invented plug-in sconces!
Where to Place Plug-In Wall Sconces
Plug-in wall sconces can be used just about anywhere, but great places for them are in a bedroom as a bedside light or in a living room where you might need more balanced lighting.
If you’re afraid of the cord looking messy, you can add a cord cover (like this one) and paint it the color of your wall so that is blends right in!
Our Favorite Plug-In Wall Sconces
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