{"product_id":"18-inch-outdoor-led-wall-sconce-architectural-by-visual-comfort-co","title":"Visual Comfort Blade 18 Outdoor Wall Sconce | Sean Lavin | Selectable CCT | Black or Bronze","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Blade 18 Outdoor Wall Sconce by Sean Lavin for Visual Comfort Modern is an architectural exterior light built around a single principle: light the wall, not the viewer. Its slim aluminum body faces upward, directing its integrated LED output back against the facade to create soft, indirect, reduced-glare illumination that defines surface texture and guides wayfinding without producing the harshness of a direct-facing sconce. At 4.2 inches wide, 18 inches tall, and only 1.6 inches deep, the Blade is nearly flush to the wall — a line of light rather than a fixture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Blade 18 is built for serious specification. It ships with a selectable color temperature toggle on the underside of the fixture — 2700K or 3000K — making it adaptable to the surrounding architecture without requiring a different SKU. Its 20.33W LED module delivers 1,105 lumens at 90 CRI, and the IP65-rated aluminum and stainless steel construction handles full wet exposure without corrosion. ADA compliant, Title 24 compliant, and ETL listed, the Blade 18 is as appropriate in a commercial hospitality or multifamily setting as it is on a private residence. Available in Black and Bronze powder coat finishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy It Works in Your Space\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nMost exterior wall sconces produce glare and create pools of harsh direct light that emphasize the fixture rather than the architecture. The Blade's upward-facing indirect approach solves both problems — it accents the wall material (stone, stucco, wood, board-and-batten) and illuminates for wayfinding without blinding anyone walking past. Mount at 60–65 inches from the ground beside a door for optimal illumination and ADA compliance. The slim 1.6-inch depth means it installs neatly even on narrow jambs or pilasters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesigner:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sean Lavin | \u003cstrong\u003eCollection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blade | \u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Visual Comfort Modern (Visual Comfort \u0026amp; Co., Houston, TX) | ETL Listed | ADA Compliant | Title 24.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 4.2\"W × 18\"H × 1.6\"D\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinishes: Black | Bronze (powder coat)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight Source: Integrated LED — 20.33W, 1,105 lumens, 90 CRI\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColor Temperature: 2700K\/3000K selectable (toggle on fixture)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVoltage: 120V–277V universal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimming: ELV, TRIAC, and 0-10V compatible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterials: Aluminum body, stainless steel hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIP Rating: IP65 wet rated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCertifications: ETL Listed | ADA Compliant | Title 24\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstallation: Hardwired wall mount — professional installation recommended\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does the Blade 18 produce glare?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA: No — its indirect, upward-facing output aims light back against the wall rather than at the viewer, which significantly reduces glare and eye fatigue. It's specifically designed for walkways, entries, and facades where low-glare illumination is important.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How do I select the color temperature?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA: A toggle switch on the bottom of the fixture switches between 2700K (warm white) and 3000K (neutral warm white). This can be set during installation — no additional hardware required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is the Blade 18 available in a larger size?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA: Yes — the Blade 24 (24\"H) is also available for larger architectural facades and taller walls where additional height is needed for visual proportion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is it compatible with a dimmer?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA: Yes — the Blade 18 is dimmable with most LED-compatible ELV, TRIAC, and 0-10V dimmers. Consult your electrician for compatibility with your system.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Visual Comfort \u0026 Co.","offers":[{"title":"Black","offer_id":47943444299990,"sku":"MD-VCC-700OWBLD9273018BUNV","price":679.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Bronze","offer_id":47943444332758,"sku":"MD-VCC-700OWBLD9273018ZUNV","price":679.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0673\/1264\/8406\/files\/700OWBLD_5.jpg?v=1773682511","url":"https:\/\/metropolitandecor.com\/products\/18-inch-outdoor-led-wall-sconce-architectural-by-visual-comfort-co","provider":"MetropolitanDecor.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}