Cerne Kwfm192 Mini Round Flush Mount by Visual Comfort & Co

The Cerne Mini Round Flush Mount by Kelly Wearstler for Visual Comfort Modern is the smallest member of the Cerne family — a 5-inch disc of brass and acrylic that mounts flat against the ceiling and emits a soft, balanced glow in both directions simultaneously. Its two-sided acrylic lens means light travels upward to the ceiling and downward into the room in equal measure, eliminating harsh shadows and distributing ambient illumination evenly. For a fixture this compact, the quality of light it produces is disproportionately good.

At 5 inches wide and 1.6 inches tall, the Cerne Mini is purpose-built for tight applications: closets, pantries, powder rooms, hallways with low clearance, and any space where a standard flush mount feels too large but a bare bulb is insufficient. The integrated LED module runs at 7W, producing 178 lumens at 2700K warm white — modest output suited to accent or supplemental illumination rather than primary room lighting. Natural Brass develops a rich patina over time; Dark Bronze is stable. Both available in 120V and 277V.

Like all Cerne fixtures, the Mini is designed to read as a minimal disc — neither imposing nor decorative, simply present. Its value is in what it doesn't do: it doesn't compete with the room's design, doesn't create glare, and doesn't require thought after installation. That restraint is a deliberate design choice by Wearstler and exactly what makes it work in the spaces where nothing else fits.

Designer: Kelly Wearstler | Brand: Visual Comfort Modern

Specifications

• Diameter: 5"
• Height: 1.6"
• Weight: 2 lbs
• Light source: Integrated LED
• Wattage: 7W
• Lumens: 178 lm
• Color temperature: 2700K
• CRI: 90
• Voltage: 120V or 277V (select at checkout)
• Dimming: 120V — ELV/TRIAC; 277V — 0-10V
• LED lifespan: L70 > 50,000 hours
• Light direction: Up and down
• Location rating: ETL Listed, Dry rated
• Finishes/SKUs: Dark Bronze 120V (KWFM19227BZ) · Dark Bronze 277V (KWFM19227BZ-277) · Natural Brass 120V (KWFM19227NB) · Natural Brass 277V (KWFM19227NB-277)
• Warranty: 5 years

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is 178 lumens enough for a closet or powder room?
A: For a small closet (up to 4 x 6 feet) or compact powder room, 178 lumens provides adequate ambient illumination — enough to see clearly without the harshness of a bright downlight. For larger closets or bathrooms requiring task-level brightness over a vanity, supplement with a second fixture or choose the 18-inch Cerne flush mount.

Q: What is the difference between the Cerne Mini and the larger Cerne flush mounts?
A: The Mini (5") produces 178 lumens at 7W — suited for tight, small spaces. The 18" Cerne produces 638 lumens at 25W; the 22" produces 766 lumens at 30W. All share the same flat disc design and two-sided acrylic lens.

Q: Can the Cerne Mini be installed on a slightly uneven ceiling?
A: The Mini mounts to a standard ceiling box and requires a flat ceiling surface for a flush fit. Minor imperfections in the ceiling surface are typically hidden by the fixture's backplate edge.

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