Journal

Set of 2 ash wall sconces either side of a bed
How to Choose Wood Wall Sconces for a Bedroom
A buyer's guide to choosing wood wall sconces for the bedroom, covering wood tone, mounting height, brightness, and wiring choices. Read more...
Battery operated wall sconce set of 2 on a wall
Battery-Operated Wood Sconces: Pros and Cons
An even-handed look at the benefits and limitations of battery-operated wood sconces, so you can decide whether cordless is right for your space. Read more...
UL listed set of 2 bedside wall lamps on a wall
What Does 'UL Listed' Mean for Wood Lighting (and Why It Matters)
A plain-English explanation of what UL Listed and CSA Approved certification actually means, and why it is so rare on wooden lighting. Read more...
Available wood finishes side by side
Walnut vs Ash vs Birch Sconces: How to Choose Your Wood
A side-by-side look at three of our most popular sconce woods, walnut, ash, and birch, to help you pick the finish that fits your room. Read more...
Birch wood wall sconce mounted on a nursery wall
Best Wood Wall Sconces for a Nursery
How to choose soft, safe, and certified wood wall sconces for a nursery, including why pale woods and cordless designs work so well near a crib. Read more...
Large ash wall sconce mounted on a wall
How to Install a Wood Wall Sconce: A Step-by-Step Guide
A practical, step-by-step walkthrough for installing a wood wall sconce, whether you are hardwiring into a junction box or mounting a plug-in fixture. Read more...
Bending forms in the SOKO workshop
How Our Wood Sconces Are Made: From Birch Veneer to Your Wall
A behind-the-scenes look at how each sconce is made, from bending birch plywood to applying veneer, oil finishing, and certified assembly. Read more...
Zebrano wall sconce close-up showing bold stripes
Etimoe, Zebrano & Rosewood: A Guide to Exotic Wood Sconces
An introduction to our exotic wood sconces, etimoe, zebrano, and rosewood, and the striking grain that sets each apart. Read more...
Battery wall sconce with warm glow
Plug-In Wood Sconces for Renters: No Wiring or Drilling Hassle
How renters can add warm wood wall lighting with plug-in and cordless sconces, no electrician, no rewiring, and easy to take with you. Read more...
Set of 2 premium walnut wall sconces on a wall
Wall Sconces in Sets of 2: How to Style a Symmetrical Look
A styling guide to using wall sconces in pairs, with placement, height, and spacing tips for a balanced, symmetrical result. Read more...
Set of 2 Japanese ash wall sconces on a wall
Scandinavian & Japandi Wall Lighting: Why Wood Belongs on Your Wall
How wood wall sconces capture the calm, natural minimalism of Scandinavian and Japandi interiors, and which tones suit the look. Read more...
Cherry wall lamp mounted in a living room
Mid-Century Modern Wall Sconces: A Guide to Warm Wood Lighting
What defines a mid-century modern wall sconce, and how warm wood lighting captures the era's love of organic form and natural materials. Read more...
Birch wood wall lamp with warm LED glow
G4 vs G9 LED Bulbs for Wall Sconces: What's the Difference?
A plain-English explainer of the G4 and G9 bulb fittings we use. Read more...
UL listed bedside wall lamps with warm glow
Bedside Wall Sconce Ideas: Free Up Your Nightstand
How to use wall sconces beside the bed for a calmer, clutter-free bedroom. Read more...
Set of 2 battery operated wall sconces mounted on a wall
Battery & Cordless Wall Sconces: Lighting With No Wiring
Everything to know about cordless, rechargeable wall sconces. Read more...
Curved wood veneer macro
A Guide to Our 8 Wood Veneers: From Pale Ash to Dark Walnut
A tour of the eight wood veneers we use, and the interiors each one suits. Read more...
UL and CSA certificate of compliance
Are Wood Wall Sconces Safe? UL Listing & CSA Approval Explained
What UL and CSA certification mean, and why they matter for wall lighting. Read more...
Cherry wall sconce close-up showing warm grain
How to Care for Wood Veneer Wall Sconces
Simple, low-effort ways to keep a wood veneer sconce looking its best. Read more...
UL listed birch wall lamp, side view
Plug-In vs Hardwired Wall Sconces: Which Should You Choose?
The pros and cons of plug-in, hardwired and cordless wall sconces. Read more...
Walnut hallway wall sconce mounted in a corridor
How High to Hang a Wall Sconce (Bedroom, Hallway & Bathroom)
The measurements designers use to hang wall sconces at the right height in every room. Read more...