Besa Aero 16 Opal or Stucco Glass ADA Wall Sconce

A shapely 4.5" W x 15.5" H glass sconce in smooth Opal Matte or textured Stucco that mounts upright or sideways and meets ADA rules.

• ✓ ADA compliant
• ✓ Opal Matte or Stucco glass
• ✓ Vertical or horizontal
• ✓ LED option, 550 lm
• ✓ Damp rated
• ✓ UL or ETL listed

Aero is Besa Lighting’s contemporary vanity-and-hall sconce: an open-ended, hand-blown glass form on a slim plated canopy, the 15.5-inch size, right for most bathroom mirrors and hallways. Mount it vertically beside a mirror or horizontally above one; at 4 inches deep it meets the ADA projection limit.

Opal Matte is soft white cased glass whose clear outer layer is satin-etched, mouth-blown by an artisan for a calm, even glow. Stucco is a textured white glass, a little more tactile than the smooth Opal Matte. The incandescent version takes two 60W max A15 medium (E26) base bulbs (not included); the LED version ships with a replaceable dimmable source rated 550 lumens at 3000K, CRI 90+.

Specifications

• Brand: Besa Lighting
• Collection: Aero
• Type: Contemporary ADA wall sconce with open-ended hand-blown glass
• Size: Aero 16
• Finishes: Satin Nickel, Polished Nickel, Bronze
• Glass: Hand-blown, open at the ends: Opal Matte or Stucco
• Dimensions: 4.5" W x 15.5" H, 4" projection from the wall; handcrafted glass varies slightly
• Mounting: Installs directly to a 4" octagonal outlet box; hardwired; mounts vertically or horizontally
• Lamping: Incandescent version: two 60W max A15 medium (E26) base bulbs, not included; 75°C supply wire required. LED version: replaceable LED source, 550 lumens, included
• LED performance: 3000K, CRI 90+, rated 30,000 hours, dimmable
• Voltage: 120V
• Rating: Damp location, interior use only (bathrooms and other humid rooms; not for outdoors); UL or ETL listed
• ADA: Compliant
• Materials: Hand-blown glass; plated steel fitter and canopy cover; glass secured with set screws
• Item numbers (MPN): 272807 (Opal Matte) or 2728ST (Stucco), followed by -SN, -PN or -BR; LED versions add -LED before the finish

Features

• Open-ended hand-blown glass, 4.5" W x 15.5" H, 4" projection from the wall
• Opal Matte or Stucco glass
• Satin Nickel, Polished Nickel or Bronze
• Mounts vertically or horizontally
• Incandescent (two 60W max A15 medium (E26) base bulbs) or LED (550 lm, included)
• ADA compliant; installs to a 4" octagonal box
• Damp rated, interior use; UL or ETL listed

Spec sheet & installation

• Aero 16 / 21 specification sheet (PDF, from Besa Lighting)
• Aero installation guide (PDF, from Besa Lighting)

Best for

Bathroom vanities (a pair vertically or one horizontally above the mirror), hallways and stairs, bedrooms and commercial corridors that need ADA-compliant lighting. Related: Aero 21 sconce, Darci 16 sconce, Baaz 16 sconce.

Who this is not for

• Outdoor walls: Aero is rated for damp interior use only.
• Anyone who wants a colored glass: Aero comes in white Opal Matte or Stucco only.
• Very small mirrors: see the 21 size for a taller fixture.

Why we carry it

We have been curating design-led lighting since 2009, and Aero is a reliable designer answer for bathrooms: soft white glass, a flattering glow, two orientations and ADA compliance in one fixture. Besa Lighting pairs American design with European glass artisanship: its shades are hand-blown by skilled artisans using techniques passed down for generations, then hand-inspected at Besa’s factory in Ohio for color, pattern, thickness and size before they ship.

Buy once: durability and care

Switch off and let it cool, then wipe the glass with a soft cloth lightly misted with glass cleaner and dust the metal with a dry microfiber cloth (our advice). The LED source is replaceable. Installation by a licensed electrician is recommended.

Frequently asked questions

What size is the Besa Aero 16?

It measures 4.5" W x 15.5" H, 4" projection from the wall. Hand-blown glass varies slightly.

What is the difference between Opal Matte and Stucco on the Aero?

Opal Matte is a smooth, satin-etched white cased glass; Stucco is a textured white glass. Both diffuse the light evenly.

Can the Besa Aero 16 be mounted horizontally over a mirror?

Yes. Besa specifies it for vertical or horizontal mounting.

Which bulbs does the Besa Aero 16 take?

The incandescent version uses two 60W max A15 medium (E26) base bulbs (not included); the LED version includes a replaceable dimmable source, 550 lumens at 3000K.

How is the Besa Aero 16 installed?

It installs directly to a standard 4" octagonal outlet box and is hardwired, so plan on a licensed electrician.

Is the Besa Aero 16 ADA compliant?

Yes. Besa’s spec sheet marks it ADA compliant: it projects 4" or less from the wall, so it can line corridors and public spaces.

Trade pricing for design professionals

Interior designers, architects, contractors and hospitality buyers can apply to the MetropolitanDecor Trade Program for trade pricing on Besa Lighting and the rest of our catalog, plus a dedicated trade support line. Lighting a whole kitchen, restaurant or hotel floor? Contact us with quantities and finishes and we will confirm stock before you order.

Shipping & returns

In-stock finishes ship in 2–3 business days. Orders over $100 ship free by ground to the 48 contiguous states. All sales are final, so check the size, finish, glass and lamping above before ordering; if your order arrives damaged or isn’t what you ordered, contact us within 48 hours of delivery with photos and we’ll make it right.

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