Visual Comfort Ash 12" Outdoor Wall Sconce by Sean Lavin | Bronze or Charcoal

Sean Lavin's Ash 12 Outdoor Wall Sconce is the standard entry-flanking size in the Ash family — a 12-inch dome-shaded die-cast aluminum cylinder that delivers precise, downward-focused LED light with the confident geometry of mid-century industrial design. The dome shade, paired with a removable clear diffuser, creates a controlled beam that illuminates the wall surface and ground plane below while directing minimal light upward, making it inherently Dark Sky-compatible without sacrificing meaningful output.

Available in Bronze and Charcoal, both finishes are applied as durable powder coats over die-cast aluminum with stainless steel hardware throughout — a material specification built for decade-long exterior service without refinishing. Low and high output configurations (8.2W/618 lm and 18W/1,215 lm at 2700K) give specifiers genuine flexibility for accent versus primary illumination duties, and the choice of 2700K or 3000K color temperature lets the fixture integrate cleanly into both warm and neutral exterior lighting schemes.

IP65 wet-rated and ETL listed, the Ash 12 performs equally well flanking a residential front door, lining a commercial building facade, or accenting a garden wall — wherever a bold, architecturally scaled exterior fixture is the right choice. It coordinates seamlessly with the Ash 8 and Ash 16 for scaled exterior lighting programs. Free shipping at MetropolitanDecor.com.

Designer/Brand: Sean Lavin / Visual Comfort & Co.

Specifications

• Wattage: 8.2W (low) or 18W (high output)
• Lumens: 500–618 lm (low) / 963–1,215 lm (high) depending on CCT
• CCT: 2700K or 3000K (selectable)
• CRI: 90
• Dimensions: 14.6"W × 12.1"H × 12.5"D
• Weight: 4 lbs
• Voltage: 120–277V universal
• Dimming: 0–10V, ELV, TRIAC compatible
• Location Rating: ETL Listed, IP65 Wet Rated
• Dark Sky Compatible: Yes (diffuser removable)
• LED Lifespan: 60,000+ hours (L70)
• Finishes: Bronze, Charcoal
• Options: Surge protection, button photocontrol available
• Warranty: 5 Years
• SKU(s): See variants for Bronze/Charcoal × Low/High × 2700K/3000K × surge protection combinations

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Should I choose Bronze or Charcoal for my exterior?
A: Bronze has warm brown undertones that complement traditional architecture, warm-toned brick, and natural wood. Charcoal skews cooler and darker, reading as a refined contemporary choice against stucco, concrete, painted siding, and modern material palettes. Both are durable powder-coat finishes with equivalent weather performance.

Q: What's the practical difference between low and high output?
A: Low output (8.2W / 500–618 lm) is appropriate for accent positions, secondary entries, and paths where ambient light from other sources supplements the fixture. High output (18W / 963–1,215 lm) is suited for primary entry illumination, large wall surfaces, or any application where the Ash 12 is carrying the primary lighting load for that zone.

Q: Does the removable diffuser change the light distribution significantly?
A: Yes — with the diffuser in place, light is softened and partially directed upward, giving the fixture a warmer, more ambient character. Removing it increases downward intensity and eliminates upward scatter entirely, which is required for Dark Sky certification in some municipalities.

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