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Wall lights and sconces for every room, from slim modern designs to traditional fittings with fabric or glass shades. Start with the room and what the light is for. Then compare projection, width and finish.

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We have more than 800 indoor wall lights and sconces here, and more than 300 of them are £100 or less. A wall light and a sconce are the same thing: a light fixed to the wall rather than hung from the ceiling. Most people use them to add softer light at eye level, alongside a main ceiling light.

Types of wall light

Modern wall lights are our largest group, from plain plaster and ceramic designs that wash the wall with light to glass and metal.
Traditional wall lights include fabric shades, ribbed glass and crystal.
Uplighters throw light up the wall and across the ceiling. Our guide to uplights and downlights explains which way to go.
Picture lights sit above artwork, and reading lights and swing-arm wall lights put light where you need it beside a bed or chair.

Wall lights by room and finish

See wall lights for a living room, bedroom wall lights and bathroom wall lights, almost all rated IP44. For a particular look, try gold and brass wall lights, antique brass or bronze.

What to check before you order

Height. As a guide, mount the centre of each light about 150 to 170cm from the floor, roughly eye level. Beside a sofa, go lower.
Projection. In a hallway or on a landing, check how far the fitting stands out from the wall.
Wiring. Most wall lights here are hardwired, so plan for a qualified electrician. Some have a switch on the fitting, and many do not, so check the product page.
Bulbs. Most take bulbs sold separately, often G9 or E14. About one in five has built-in LEDs instead.

Not sure what will suit? Send us a photo of the wall and tell us what the light is for, and our team will suggest wall lights that work. Our room-by-room guide to wall lighting is a good place to start.

Wall Lights Recommendations & Buying Advice

Start with the room: its style, wall height and how the light will be used, whether that's ambient glow, task lighting or a decorative accent. Measure the wall space so the fitting is in proportion, and check the bulb type each light takes before you buy. If any wiring changes are needed, factor in a qualified electrician's time as well as the light itself.

It depends on the effect you want. Wall washers sit close to the wall and flood it with even light rather than a single beam. Sconces direct light upwards for a softer, classic look. Single and double wall lights offer one or two light sources for more targeted illumination, and picture lights are designed to show off artwork.

It depends on the mood you're after. Upward-facing wall lights bounce light off the ceiling for a softer, relaxed glow, while downward-facing versions throw light down for a more functional effect, useful over a console table or artwork. Combination fittings that do both give you atmosphere and practicality in one fixture.

As a guideline, position wall lights around 1.5 to 1.7m from the floor, roughly eye level for most people. That said, always check the fixture's own installation guidance and adjust for the room, since lights flanking a mirror or bed sit a little differently to those lighting a hallway. A qualified electrician can confirm the right point for your wiring.

Yes, but the fitting needs the right IP rating for its zone. Zone 1 (above the bath or shower, up to 2.25m or the highest fixed shower head) and zone 2 (0.6m beyond zone 1, also up to 2.25m) both need at least IPX4, and zone 0, inside the bath or shower tray, needs safety extra-low voltage of no more than 12V and IPX7. If you're at all unsure, check with a qualified electrician, or browse our bathroom lighting range for pre-rated options.

Wall lights work well almost anywhere: living rooms and bedrooms for softer ambient light, hallways and landings where floor space is tight, and either side of a bed instead of table lamps. They're especially useful for layering light in larger rooms, adding atmosphere without relying on one central fitting. Just check the IP rating first if the room is a bathroom or anywhere damp.

Brightness is measured in lumens, not watts, so check the lumen output on each product page rather than relying on old-style wattage. Wall lights are usually meant to add atmosphere rather than light a whole room, so a lower output than your main ceiling light is normal. If you want flexibility, look for a dimmable option so you can adjust the mood to suit.

Both are available. Hardwired wall lights connect directly to your home's electrics and need installing by a qualified electrician. Plug-in wall lights have a cable and plug, so they can be fitted without any wiring work, just hang the fitting and plug it in. If you're not sure which your chosen light is, check the product page or ask our team before you buy.

Many wall lights are dimmable, but not all, so check the specification on the product page before you buy. Fitting a non-dimmable light to a dimmer circuit can cause flickering or shorten the bulb's life. You'll also need a dimmer switch and, in most cases, dimmable bulbs that are compatible with each other. A qualified electrician can advise on the right setup.

Wall Lights at KES