Wall Sconce Covers

137 Ideas by Vanessa Weber

A handsome lighting idea, the wall sconce has been a staple in households for decades, but the decorative ideas in covers for those sconces has been lacking. But not anymore. We give you a vast collection of attractive wall sconce covers, that will mute the light, enhance it, or project shapes on the opposing walls. Take your wall sconce to a new plain, with wall sconce covers.

Patterned sconce cover

Wooden wall lamp cover

Bell shaped wall sconce covers

Frosted wall sconce cover

Clear wall light cover

Novelty sconce cover

Mesh Downtown Cover Wall Sconce by Hammerton

Metal lampshade for wall-mounted applications. This sconce cover features a lightweight and durable aluminum construction. It creates a stylish grille around the light source, so it creates attractive light effects.

I'm going to make this shade from some plastic to cover up some ugly existing ones in my rental. This from Horchow I guess.

9" Linen Drum Wall Sconce Shade

Global Views Twig Electrified Wall Sconce, Nickel

You can make this 1 light wall sconce cover-by your own. Three simply, long stripes of wood veneer,in warm honey color, lay in 3 arches - fastened to the wall, of three different lengths.They are wide enough to cover the bulb and splendidly light up the wall.

Manhattan Wall Sconce

Attractive contemporary wall lamp featuring a rectangular metal fixture with a polished brass finish and having a diffuser of frosted glass. A rectangle-like but 3-sided shade is of creamy fabric. It's for 1 up to 6W LED bulb.

Madison Wall Sconce

This wall sconce was designed in a top trendy vintage style. This was accomplished due to simple form and a finish that is slightly distressed. The shade is white and made of etched glass. Perfect for any room.

LBL Omni With Cover Medium Wall Silver Finish Wall Sconce ...

Adelaide 1 Light Wall Sconce

This awesome and stylish light wall sconce is gonna amaze all of your guests! Check it out and enjoy extraordinary modern and intriguing design in your house together with the highest quality and functionality.

Sconces wall lamps

Practical, illuminating and decorating wall sconce with simple glass cover and durable metal fixture. It is finished in brown color and provides good level of illumination in quite large spaces. This wall lamp is suitable for reading at night.

The Sconce is a mid-century modern style light fixture perfect for any outdoor (covered) entryway, garage or patio. This modern sconce is made from spun aluminum and is ultra cool. Made in the USA. Usually ships in 5

IMAX Metal Carriage Lantern Candle Wall Sconce - Candle Sconces at Hayneedle

Mesh Uptown Cover Wall Sconce - Modern - Wall Sconces

Wall Sconce Cover C1 Bronze Finish - Toronto Lighting ...

Wall Sconce Rustic Clay Light Cover Mexican Wall Art

Mid Century Glass Wall Sconce Cover

One Light Polished Chrome Clear Wall Plate Frosted Cover ...

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Vanessa Weber Interior Design Expert

Vanessa is a New York–based architectural lighting designer and interior designer who helps homeowners and design enthusiasts understand how light can transform everyday spaces. With many years of experience across residential, corporate, and hospitality projects, she combines technical precision with a practical, real-world perspective. Her guidance empowers readers to make confident lighting choices that enhance comfort, atmosphere, and function in every room and outdoor area.

What's the best material for wall sconce covers?

When it comes to the best materials for wall sconce covers, there is no straightforward answer. Sconce covers are available in various types of materials, from metal and porcelain to covers made from fabric and natural seashell pieces. Depending on the interior decor theme of your space, the amount of light you want dispersed, your budget, and of course, your personal preference, there are a limitless amount of options out there for wall sconce covers.

If you have a formal setting, porcelain covers will go well with the overall theme. Alternatively, if your home features a more industrial interior, metal wall sconces would go well with it, and sconces made from seashell pieces are the ideal interior decor accessory to complete a boho themed setting.

What color wall sconce covers to choose?

When it comes to choosing an appropriate wall sconce cover color, a few factors will play a role in your decision, and a few colors could work for your interior decor color palette. White shades are recommended if you want to make your space feel brighter and airier. It's also great if you don't get a lot of natural light coming into the room.

For added texture, beige and oatmeal sconce covers work wonders to create contrast, and for a media or study room where you want to create ambiance, a dark or black sconce cover with gold is ideal.