Hurricane Wall Sconces For Candles

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Updated 23/04/2021

Light up your next hurricane party in style with one of these sturdy and stylish new hurricane wall sconces for candles. Keep the lights on even when the power goes out, just add candles in your choice of color to really make it stand out or choose a scented option to really complete the theme. This collection will keep you going when the weather's got you down.

Buying Guide

These striking pieces of furniture add a stylish and classic look to any home. You should think carefully before purchasing an item of this type since there are so many different varieties available. Apart from different colors, there are varying shapes and sizes which can make it even more challenging to choose the correct one for your home. Here are some of the features you will need to consider before you buy a hurricane wall sconce for your candles.

What are the frames of hurricane wall sconces made of?

The main part of the wall sconce is the glass part which will extend from the wall and grab the attention of your guests, but the frame which holds this onto the wall in the first place is equally important. Metal or brass are the most common materials, and often provide a stark contrast with the softer glass material. Another common material is wood, which can look better in cozier houses or cottages. The more expensive yet elegant wall sconces have a marble frame, which is a soft material and suitable for many different rooms and themes.

How to select the right size of the wall sconce?

Although you may know for sure that you want to buy a hurricane wall sconce, you will need to consider which size you want to buy. In order to identify the correct size, you will need to consider two things. Firstly, consider the space that you have in your home and where you would like to position the wall sconce. Measure this space accordingly so that you have an accurate reference point when shopping for your wall sconce. The second thing that you should consider is the size of the candles which you wish to display in the wall sconce. Thinner candles will need thinner wall sconces, while larger candles should be housed within wall sconces with a larger circumference.

Where to display hurricane wall sconces?

While it's not uncommon to display a wall sconce with a candle in your living room or other room of the home, the most common area is the hallway. If you have a long hallway, wall sconces can look particularly effective, although having too many can have a counter effect.

How to position wall sconces?

Rather than buying the item and then trying to decide whether you should position it, think about this beforehand. You should display a hurricane wall sconce every 8-12 feet along the wall, so depending on the length of the hallway, this could become costly.

How to take care of hurricane wall sconces?

Fixtures such as these are often a challenge to look after. Aside from ensuring they are situated at the right height so that people don't knock into them, you also need to make sure they are cleaned regularly. This can be difficult since the wall sconce isn't always the easiest item to reach or to clean inside. A good tip is to clean the wall sconce every 3-4 days, rather than waiting for the dust to build up. This ensures that you never have to clean a thoroughly dirty wall sconce. If you are lighting the candles often and there is wax inside where the candle sits, remove the wax as soon as possible to avoid a bigger task later on.