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Discover our bedroom wall sconces: bedside wall lamps, swing-arm sconces, adjustable designs and plug-in sconces. Mounted on each side of the bed, they free up the nightstands and give reading light right where you need it.
How high to hang a bedside sconce?
The centre of the sconce is usually placed about 4 ft to 4 ft 6 in from the floor, slightly above shoulder height when sitting up in bed. Leave a few inches between the headboard and the sconce. Plug-in models are perfect if there is no electrical box in the wall.
Frequently asked questions
Wall sconce or bedside lamp?
A sconce frees up the nightstand and gives better reading light. A bedside lamp is easier to install and move. Plug-in sconces offer the best of both.
How far should the sconce be from the headboard?
Leave about 6 in to 1 ft between the edge of the headboard and the sconce to light the pillow without getting in the way.
Do you need an electrician to install a sconce?
For a hardwired sconce, yes, you need an electrical box in the wall. A plug-in sconce simply mounts to the wall and plugs into an outlet.
See also our bedside lamps, living room wall sconces, rattan wall sconces or all wall sconces.