Besa Expo 38 Linear Acrylic Wall Sconce

The Besa Expo 38 wall sconce: linear acrylic wall sconce in Black, Bronze or Silver, rated for wet locations, indoors or out.

• ✓ 3 lights
• ✓ 8.25" wide
• ✓ Wet rated
• ✓ UL or ETL Listed
• ✓ LED included
• ✓ 3 finishes

This is the Besa Lighting Expo 38 wall sconce. It measures 8.25" wide x 38" high x 3.25" deep. Installs directly to a 4" octagonal outlet box, centered on the fixture.

The Expo makes the most of a softly arced face and a strong vertical line, and Besa offers it in several heights to match the scale of a wall. This is the 38-inch version, with a white impact-resistant acrylic diffuser in an aluminum housing. Lamping: LED only: 48W LED, 120V, dimmable, 90+ CRI, 3000K, 5700 lumens, 30,000 hours, source included. Besa photographs the Expo 16 in each finish; the Expo 38 is the same design at 38 inches, so the photos show the shorter fixture. 2 of the 3 combinations are sold out at the moment and show as unavailable until Besa restocks.

Specifications

• Brand: Besa Lighting
• Collection: Expo
• Type: Wall sconce
• Model: Expo 38
• Finishes: Black, Bronze or Silver
• Diffuser: White impact-resistant acrylic diffuser
• Dimensions: 8.25" wide x 38" high x 3.25" deep
• Mounting: Installs directly to a 4" octagonal outlet box, centered on the fixture; 75°C supply wire is required for incandescent lamping
• Lamping: LED only: 48W LED, 120V, dimmable, 90+ CRI, 3000K, 5700 lumens, 30,000 hours, source included
• Voltage: 120V
• Dimming: Dimmable LED source (dimmer not included)
• Rating: Wet location, interior or exterior use; UL or ETL listed
• ADA: Listed by Besa as ADA-compliant
• Materials: .080" aluminum housing and faceplate with a powder-coat finish; faceplate held by 4 stainless steel screws; assembled in the USA from US-fabricated sheet metal
• Item numbers (MPN): EXPO38-WA-LED-BK, EXPO38-WA-LED-BR, EXPO38-WA-LED-SL

Features

• 3-light wall sconce in Black, Bronze or Silver
• Diffuser: White impact-resistant acrylic diffuser
• 8.25" wide x 38" high x 3.25" deep
• Wet rated, interior or exterior; UL or ETL listed
• Listed by Besa as ADA-compliant

Spec sheet & installation

• Expo sconce specification sheet (PDF, from Besa Lighting)

Best for

Best for modern entries, garage walls, stair towers and tall architectural walls where a vertical bar of light should echo the lines of the building. Related: Expo 16 wall sconce.

Who this is not for

• Anyone who wants a security floodlight: this is a decorative fixture that gives a soft pool of light, not a security-light beam.
• Anyone ordering by eye: check the size above (8.25" wide x 38" high x 3.25" deep) against your wall, door and ceiling height before you buy.
• Anyone who needs a lamp thrown in: check the lamping above, since the lamp type is set by the version you pick.
• Anyone who wants every piece identical: the powder-coat finish can vary a little between production runs.

Why we carry it

We have been curating design-led lighting since 2009, and the Expo 38 wall sconce is a dependable way to put a well-made Besa fixture on a wall: a clean vertical line of light in powder-coated aluminum. Besa Lighting is an Ohio maker best known for hand-blown glass, and its Metalworks lines such as Moto and Expo are assembled in the USA from sheet metal that is fabricated and powder coated in the USA.

Buy once: durability and care

With the power off and the fixture cool, wipe the powder-coated metal with a soft damp cloth and mild soap, then dry it; skip abrasive pads and solvents (our advice). Outdoors, a gentle rinse with a garden hose clears dust and pollen; avoid pressure washing. Installation by a licensed electrician is recommended.

Frequently asked questions

How big is the Expo 38 wall sconce?

It measures 8.25" wide x 38" high x 3.25" deep.

Which bulbs does the Expo 38 use?

LED only: 48W LED, 120V, dimmable, 90+ CRI, 3000K, 5700 lumens, 30,000 hours, source included.

Is the Expo 38 rated for wet locations?

Besa rates it for wet locations, so it can go on an exposed outdoor wall or indoors. Follow the installation guide and seal the canopy to the wall (our advice).

How does the Expo 38 mount?

Installs directly to a 4" octagonal outlet box, centered on the fixture; 75°C supply wire is required for incandescent lamping.

Which finishes and options does the Expo 38 come in?

Finish: Black, Bronze or Silver. Diffuser: White impact-resistant acrylic diffuser. 2 of the 3 combinations are sold out at the moment and show as unavailable until Besa restocks.

How many Expo 38 lights does a front entry need?

Our advice: one on each side of a door gives even light, while a single works beside a narrow door or at a garage. Space pairs at about the height of the door handle or a little above.

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.