Visual Comfort Ash 12 Outdoor Wall Sconce | Sean Lavin | Dark Sky | Bronze or Charcoal

The Ash 12 Outdoor Wall Sconce by Sean Lavin for Visual Comfort Modern is a modern industrial exterior fixture that solves an age-old problem in outdoor lighting: how to cast a focused column of downward light without spill, glare, or light pollution. Its sleek cylindrical metal shade — finished in Bronze or Charcoal — holds a clear acrylic diffuser that channels the integrated LED source into a clean, directional output beneath the shade. Remove the diffuser entirely for Dark Sky compliance; the fixture limits uplight and meets the most restrictive dark-sky ordinances without any additional hardware.

Available in two diffuser configurations — Cylinder and Dome/Lens — and two output levels, low (8W) and high (18W), the Ash 12 adapts to a wide range of installation contexts. Low output delivers approximately 500–618 lumens for ambient walkway or entry lighting; high output reaches 863–963 lumens for larger facades, commercial entries, and areas requiring more working light. All configurations are IP65 wet rated, ETL listed, Title 24 compliant, and Dark Sky compliant. Die-cast aluminum construction with stainless steel hardware handles permanent outdoor exposure without corrosion. Dimensions: 12.5"W × 12.1"H × 14.6"D. Choose from 2700K or 3000K color temperature and optional surge protection at checkout.

Why It Works in Your Space
The Ash's industrial DNA — a plain cylindrical shade, a clear diffuser, and a no-nonsense aluminum shell — makes it one of the most architecturally neutral outdoor sconces available. It disappears against board-and-batten, concrete, brick, and dark-painted wood alike without competing with the facade material. The Charcoal finish grounds against dark or graphite exteriors; Bronze softens against warm stone, brick, and wood tones. Use the cylinder diffuser for a tighter, more directional beam; the dome for a slightly wider spread. Both remove for full Dark Sky compliance.

Designer: Sean Lavin | Brand: Visual Comfort Modern (Visual Comfort & Co., Houston, TX) | ETL Listed.

Specifications

• Dimensions: 12.5"W × 12.1"H × 14.6"D
• Finishes: Bronze | Charcoal
• Diffuser Options: Clear Cylinder | Clear Dome/Lens (removable for Dark Sky)
• Output Options: Low (8W, ~500–618 lm) | High (18W, ~863–963 lm)
• Color Temperature: 2700K or 3000K (select at checkout)
• CRI: 90 | Lamp Life: 70,000 hours
• Voltage: 120V–277V universal
• Dimming: ELV and 1-10V compatible
• Materials: Die-cast aluminum, stainless steel, acrylic diffuser
• IP Rating: IP65 wet rated
• Options: Standard | with Surge Protection
• Certifications: ETL Listed | Dark Sky | Title 24

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the difference between the Cylinder and Dome diffuser?
A: The Clear Cylinder diffuser produces a tighter, more directional column of light. The Dome/Lens diffuser spreads the light slightly wider. Both are removable for Dark Sky compliance.

Q: What does "Low Output" vs "High Output" mean?
A: Low output uses an 8W LED module (~500–618 lumens) suited to ambient residential walkways and entries. High output uses an 18W module (~863–963 lumens) for larger facades, commercial entries, and areas needing stronger illumination.

Q: Is the Ash 12 rated for constant rain exposure?
A: Yes — IP65 wet rating means it's protected against water jets from any direction. Die-cast aluminum and stainless steel hardware are both highly corrosion resistant.

Q: How does Dark Sky compliance work on this fixture?
A: The clear acrylic diffuser can be removed entirely, converting the Ash into a full-cutoff fixture that eliminates uplight. No tools or additional parts required.

Please note: Because this item is made to order or specially sourced, it is final sale.