Forged sconces

At present, manufacturers of decorative lighting fixtures present models of wall sconces of various materials. The most popular in recent times are forged versions. They will add charm and a little mystery to the interior.

Thanks to modern designs, they have a sophisticated and interesting appearance, which has been successfully used by decorators to decorate rooms of different styles.

What it is?

The impetus to the emergence of the first wall lights served as a medieval lighting system, which consisted of special hooks and torches. It was used once upon a time to illuminate the corridors of the castles. Modern adaptation of lamps eliminates the presence of an open flame and its function is performed by a light bulb. It is placed inside the ceiling or lampshade, which is necessary to diffuse or direct the light, which, in turn, is fixed to the wall with the help of a special bracket and fixture.

Now any wall lights are called the old French term "sconce", which translated means "hand" or "lever." Its purpose is to provide additional sources of light to the room or the allocation of certain areas in the room for the comfort of its owner and aesthetic perception.

Nowadays, sconces are very popular not only as a functional element. It is also often used by decorators as an additional interior decoration.

Special features

Modern models of forged sconces are very original and significantly differ from their massive and sloppy prototypes, whose goal was to maintain a source of light, not the beauty of the interior. With the help of such elements, designers seek to give the interior a zest and fill it with the atmosphere of antiquity.

Forged sconces attract attention, primarily due to modern technologies of their execution. Artful forging gives the lamps a special charm.

The main feature of the design of such sconces is their simplicity, which is easy to unobtrusively introduce into the interior of the room without overloading it.

Elegance of the appearance of wall lamps gives the lampshade of textiles or glass ceiling. As a forged product, as a rule, armature is used. It can have a classic pattern or attract attention with spectacular floral motifs. Depending on the artist's imagination, in the manufacturers catalog you can find a huge number of wrought sconces that will look good in one or another style of the house.

Another feature of these fixtures is that they can be made independently if you have certain experience and the necessary tools.

That is why the market of designer lighting products presents a wide range of such models.

Designers are not afraid to experiment and combine the forged element with details from other materials, which together allows to get an extremely stylish and original wall lamp.

Forged lamps due to the peculiarities of design and material can be used to illuminate not only the premises, but also the street.

They are distinguished by their strength and durability, and therefore, with proper care, they can serve their owner for many years.

Modern models

Among the wide range of wall lights you can find interesting simple and more complex on the execution of the model. The most popular of them are the following options:

  • Geometric shapes. Modern manufacturers delight their customers with laconic models that are distinguished by clear, sharp lines. Such options are suitable for decorating rooms in the style of hi-tech, minimalism, modern, art deco, chalet, country. In particular, the most popular options are lamps, fittings which are forged in the form of a figure (triangle, square, etc.) or letters.

Such options are sure to effectively complement the design, made in a bold manner, and become edakom vintage addition.

  • Floral motifs. Skillfully forged patterns in the form of a stem, vine or flower require a certain skill and skill. As a rule, the most impressive models of this type can be found at amateur design fairs. Unlike factory enterprises, there sconces are more often made by hand, and therefore they look more interesting. However, in the catalogs of famous brands you can find decent, but more abstract options that can decorate the Provence style room and become its main highlight.
  • Medieval motifs. In search of original wall lights, you can stumble upon interesting models, forged in the form of an old lantern, a candle or a torch. Often also among them you can find options with such fabulous additional details like the dragon, sword and shield, the sphere of the soothsayer, deer antlers and many others. Most often, these options are not mounted indoors, but on the street. They create a certain atmosphere of a living fairytale and cannot exist separately from the interior. That is why such sconces should be purchased only if it can complement the design of the room or the facade of the house.
  • Stained glass and mirrors. Durable forged items go well with fragile items like glass. Taken together, very beautiful products are obtained that dilute the interior with beautiful highlights. Models with stained glass as decoration can emphasize the elegance of restrained styles. Mirrors in the manufacture of wall lamps are rarely used, but it is through them that it is possible to diffuse light in a room in such a way as to designate a separate zone.

In addition, the mirror can significantly expand the versatility of the lamp.Often, these models are placed in the hallways.

Tips for choosing

There are interior wrought sconces and those designed to illuminate the street. As the latter, more massive models with a large fixing mechanism are used. They also have a large area of ​​light scattering. Luminaires designed to illuminate the premises, usually have a more concise elegant design:

  • For the bedroom. In this case, professionals advise to choose a pair of sconces, which are mounted symmetrically on opposite walls or near the door. Forged fittings should be smooth and thin. The options which design is connected with the nature will well fit into a bedroom.
  • For the living room. In the living room should be placed one large or several small sconces, as an additional source of light. The presence of a glass ceiling or fabric shade, which will add to the room comfort. Stained glass perfectly complements the decor of the classic style and adds color to the interior.
  • For the corridor and the hallway. Wall lights should be small and preferably with a flat or round canopy, so that the light does not hit in the eyes in a narrow corridor.The presence of a mirror surface will help to make the room brighter and more visually wide. The presence of a forged element with additional widely branching parts is not recommended.

Decorators are not advised to decorate a children's room and a house with the interior of a tender and romantic style, as well as the bedroom of the spouses, with wrought iron sconces.

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