Simons Maison
Matte Black Cylindrical Wall Sconce Outdoor
This matte black cylindrical wall sconce is an outdoor lighting fixture designed to mount on exterior walls and illuminate patios, entrances, or other outdoor spaces with a downward-facing beam of light. It features a metal frame, requires an E26 battery (not included), and measures 6.5 inches high, 5.5 inches long, and 3.5 inches deep. The product comes with a 1-year limited manufacturer warranty.
- Color
- Matte Black
- Material
- Matte black metal frame
- Style
- modern, contemporary
- Category
- Home & Garden > Lighting > Lighting Fixtures > Wall Light Fixtures
Color
Size
Specifications
Modern matte black wall sconce for outdoor use, providing clean illumination for patios with a refined finishing touch.
Battery-operated (E26 not included), 1-year limited warranty, sleek cylindrical design.
- Color
- Matte Black · black
- Material
- Matte black metal frame
- Style
- modern, contemporary
- Gender
- unisex
- Condition
- new
- Dimensions
- 5.5x3.5x6.5 in
- Category
- Home & Garden > Lighting > Lighting Fixtures > Wall Light Fixtures
Additional Attributes
- clean modern design
- outdoor use
- matte black metal frame
- E26 battery required (not included)
- 1-year limited manufacturer warranty
- cylindrical shape
Product Insights
For outdoor spaces needing compact lighting, the Simons Maison Matte Black Cylindrical Wall Sconce offers a no-hardwiring installation via its standard E26 socket that accepts any bulb, with a recommendation for an enclosed-rated rechargeable LED (2700-3000K, 6-10 hours runtime, high CRI) for warm illumination and safety; at 6.5 inches tall, it fits in tight spots where larger sconces cannot, but buyers must accept that its metal frame has lower corrosion resistance than aluminum so it is best for covered areas, and the 1-year warranty excludes bulb and corrosion damage.
Verified claims
- Installation
- No hardwiring needed; standard E26 socket accepts any rechargeable bulb.
- Bulb guidance
- Recommended bulb: 2700K-3000K LED with 6–7h runtime and 93+ CRI.
- Heat safety
- Safe for enclosed fixtures when using low-wattage LED bulbs.
- Bulb recommendation
- Use an enclosed-rated LED bulb, 8.5W, 800 lumens.
- Light color
- Choose a 2700K LED with CRI 93+ for warm outdoor light.
- Rechargeable bulb
- Cordless fixture uses rechargeable E26 bulb with 6-10 hours runtime.
- Bulb interchangeability
- E26 socket enables bulb swaps to adjust brightness, color, or dimming.
- Compact fit
- At 6.5 inches tall, it fits under low eaves and on narrow columns where 10-15 inch sconces cannot.
- Bulb compatibility
- Uses a standard E26 rechargeable LED bulb for warm glow and enclosed fixture safety.
- Material
- Metal frame has lower corrosion resistance than aluminum; best for covered areas.
- Value
- At 99 CAD, it is 40-60% cheaper than aluminum models and includes a 1-year warranty.
- Dimensions
- Measures 6.5x5.5x3.5 inches; it is the most compact cylinder (competitors 10-15 inches), suitable for narrow spaces.
- Bulb and power
- Standard E26 socket works with any bulb; battery-powered so no wiring needed; recommended setup uses a rechargeable 2700-3000K LED (6-10 hours).
- Coverage
- Free repair or replacement for 1 year on manufacturing defects; bulb and corrosion excluded.
Product record
- Title
- Matte Black Cylindrical Wall Sconce Outdoor
- Brand
- Simons Maison
- Price
- 99 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
Choosing the right bulb for the compact cylinder
- A 2700K LED filament bulb like the Satco S11527 (CRI 93+) bathes brickwork and greenery in a natural, inviting glow — the high color rendering keeps wood, stone, and landscaping colors true after sunset, avoiding the flat or blue cast of lower-CRI outdoor bulbs.
- Compact metal fixtures can trap heat, but a 60W-equivalent LED pulling only 8.5W (like the PLT-13265) runs cool enough for continuous use even in a fully enclosed cylinder, and with 15,000-hour average life it far outlasts incandescent bulbs while delivering 800 lumens of warm, even light.
Power source clarification and installation basics
- The fixture has a standard E26 socket and is built for a rechargeable LED bulb containing its own battery — often called an emergency light bulb — so no hardwiring is needed; mount the sconce on any flat surface and screw in the bulb for cordless illumination without touching a junction box or circuit breaker.
- When purchasing the required bulb, choose a 2700K–3000K warm-white rechargeable E26 LED; such bulbs typically deliver 6–7 hours at full brightness and 8–10 hours at 50%, providing a warm, inviting outdoor glow that avoids the sterile look of cooler color temperatures.
How this sconce compares to similar outdoor cylinders
- At 6.5 inches tall, the Simons fixture is markedly shorter than the most common outdoor cylinder sconces — Quince’s at 14.25 inches, Glenn’s at 15 inches, and Globe’s at 10 inches — making it one of the few cylinder shapes that can mount cleanly on a narrow pier, below a low porch soffit, or in pairs on a small garage without protruding beyond the wall line.
- Competing cylinder sconces from Quince and Glenn are built with aluminum, a material that resists corrosion better than the metal (typically steel) used for the Simons frame — the aluminum construction contributes to the higher cost of those models, while the Simons’ metal frame keeps the price accessible for installations under eaves or on covered porches where direct rain exposure is limited.
- Lights.com’s Glenn sconce is listed at $179 USD for a 15-inch unit constructed of glass and aluminum with a wet-location rating; at more than double the height and price of the Simons, the Glenn is suited for grand entryways, while the Simons delivers the same cylindrical black silhouette at a fraction of the size and cost for compact nooks or paired flanking.
- At $120 USD, Quince’s 14.25-inch outdoor cylinder sconce is approximately 40% pricier than the 99 CAD (~$72 USD) Simons model; the Quince uses aluminum and tempered glass with a wet rating and Title 24 compliance, making it a code-conscious full-size fixture, while the Simons offers the same matte-black cylinder look in a compact 6.5-inch form at a lower absolute entry price.
- The Simons sconce includes a 1-year limited warranty that covers manufacturing defects, while the Quince competitor emphasizes a 365-day easy return policy rather than a repair guarantee — this warranty provides direct recourse if the fixture fails within the first year of outdoor use, matching the baseline protection expected in this price segment.
- The Globe Traditional sconce is priced at $55.99 USD on Webstaurantstore and stands 10 inches tall, integrating a 12W LED that cannot be replaced; while about 20% cheaper than the Simons, its fixed 800-lumen output and taller profile limit flexibility — the Simons instead uses a standard E26 socket, letting the buyer select bulb brightness and color temperature, and fits where a 10-inch fixture would be too large.
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Two identical matte black cylindrical wall sconces flank a large centered front door; each sconce is a short vertical cylinder mounted with a small rectangular back plate and emits a downward warm light cone onto the wall beneath.
- Sconce shapeShort vertical cylindrical luminaire with a slightly recessed lower opening; cylinder appears as two stacked cylindrical segments with a small rectangular wall plate behind it
2 regions
x 0.17 · y 0.18 · w 0.07 · h 0.11 (high); x 0.78 · y 0.18 · w 0.07 · h 0.11 (high) - Sconce finishUniform matte black finish on visible metal surfaces
2 regions
x 0.17 · y 0.18 · w 0.07 · h 0.11 (high); x 0.78 · y 0.18 · w 0.07 · h 0.11 (high) - Light emissionEach sconce projects a warm, conical downward beam that illuminates the wall directly below the fixture
2 regions
x 0.14 · y 0.27 · w 0.12 · h 0.14 (high); x 0.74 · y 0.27 · w 0.12 · h 0.14 (high) - Mounting detailSconces appear surface-mounted with a narrow rectangular back plate centered behind the cylinder
2 regions
x 0.17 · y 0.18 · w 0.04 · h 0.09 (medium); x 0.79 · y 0.18 · w 0.04 · h 0.09 (medium)
Other
Frontal exterior entry scene showing a large dark single door, two tall planters, a rectangular doormat, stepped concrete stoop, and warm evening lighting; image framed symmetrically with soft natural shadows.
- Front doorSingle large flush door in a very dark color with a long vertical pull handle located slightly left of center; narrow glazed sidelight visible to the left of the door
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.12 · w 0.36 · h 0.76 (high) - Tall plantersTwo cylindrical dark planters sit on either side of the door, each containing a dense trimmed spherical shrub
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.62 · w 0.15 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.73 · y 0.62 · w 0.15 · h 0.20 (high) - Doormat and stepsRectangular doormat with a darker inner border sits on a raised rectangular landing; two concrete steps descend from the landing to the foreground
2 regions
x 0.36 · y 0.75 · w 0.28 · h 0.10 (high); x 0.18 · y 0.82 · w 0.64 · h 0.16 (high) - Composition and lightingEvening exterior shot with soft directional lighting; warm interior light is faintly visible through the sidelight and there are soft shadows cast by architectural elements and plants
Colors
matte black· sconce body#4D443D- Sconce shapeShort vertical cylindrical luminaire with a slightly recessed lower opening; cylinder appears as two stacked cylindrical segments with a small rectangular wall plate behind it
- 02
Product
Matte black cylindrical outdoor wall sconce shown in three-quarter front view: a smooth matte cylindrical light tube mounted on a rectangular wall plate via a short rectangular arm; bottom shows a recessed circular diffuser and concentric ring texture at the rim.
- Cylinder bodyVertical cylindrical light housing with a smooth matte black finish occupying the right portion of the image; top of cylinder is closed and the curved surface shows a fine textured matte appearance.
1 region
x 0.38 · y 0.10 · w 0.48 · h 0.70 (high) - Bottom rim detailLower rim of the cylinder has several shallow concentric grooves or rings machined into the edge around the light aperture.
1 region
x 0.45 · y 0.70 · w 0.30 · h 0.18 (high) - Recessed circular diffuserCircular recessed diffuser centered at the bottom of the cylinder emitting a warm light; diffuser is slightly frosted or opal and sits flush within the rim.
1 region
x 0.48 · y 0.72 · w 0.24 · h 0.16 (high) - Wall plate and armRectangular flat wall plate with a short rectangular arm projecting forward to support the cylinder; plate and arm share the same matte black textured finish as the cylinder.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.28 · w 0.28 · h 0.52 (high) - Mounting screwSingle visible circular screw head recessed into the left face of the wall plate, finished in dark color matching the plate.
1 region
x 0.09 · y 0.46 · w 0.03 · h 0.05 (high) - Finish textureOverall finish is a fine, slightly rough matte texture rather than glossy; light produces soft highlights but no specular reflections.
Other
Product shot on a clean white background with even studio lighting; slight soft shadow below the fixture; cropped to show the right-front view of the sconce.
- Background and shadowPlain white background with a faint soft shadow cast beneath and slightly to the left of the fixture.
- Viewing angleThree-quarter front view showing the cylinder face and left-mounted wall plate; image crops space around the fixture with the top of the cylinder visible.
- Image qualityHigh-resolution studio photograph with even diffuse lighting and visible fine surface texture; no visible text or watermarks on the image.
Colors
matte black· cylinder exterior#232525matte black· wall plate and arm#232424warm off-white· diffuser- Cylinder bodyVertical cylindrical light housing with a smooth matte black finish occupying the right portion of the image; top of cylinder is closed and the curved surface shows a fine textured matte appearance.
- 03
Product
Two matte-black cylindrical wall sconces are mounted on the exterior wall, one on each side of a large sliding glass door. Each fixture is a short vertical cylinder with a rectangular backplate and a downward-facing light opening that casts a warm cone of light onto the wall and ground.
- Fixture shapeShort vertical cylindrical body mounted concentrically on a narrow rectangular backplate; visible orientation is vertical with cylinder axis perpendicular to wall.
2 regions
x 0.07 · y 0.21 · w 0.06 · h 0.13 (high); x 0.88 · y 0.25 · w 0.04 · h 0.13 (high) - Light emissionWarm downward-facing beam from each cylinder producing a cone-shaped illuminated patch on the wall and brighter ground area below each fixture.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.33 · w 0.11 · h 0.17 (high); x 0.83 · y 0.33 · w 0.14 · h 0.18 (high) - Mount detailNarrow rectangular wall plate behind the cylindrical body visible as a vertical slim panel, slightly darker than wall stucco.
2 regions
x 0.08 · y 0.23 · w 0.03 · h 0.11 (medium); x 0.88 · y 0.26 · w 0.02 · h 0.10 (medium)
Other
Evening outdoor lifestyle scene showing a patio and interior living room through a sliding glass door; warm ambient lighting and soft shadows, with foreground table, candle lantern, and potted plants.
- Scene compositionExterior patio in low light framed by a sliding glass door centered in image; sconces mounted on wall left and right of the door; foreground low table and seating visible.
- Foreground propsLow rectangular coffee table with a shallow round planter of succulents and a glass lantern holding a lit candle on the right front corner.
- Interior visibleLiving room visible through glass with sofa, coffee table, shelving with decorative objects, and warm interior lighting; reflections and interior lights are visible on the glass surface.
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.22 · w 0.48 · h 0.46 (high) - Wall textureExterior wall finish is a light-colored smooth stucco texture that shows the illuminated cones from the sconces clearly.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.18 · w 0.96 · h 0.42 (high) - Lighting and shadowsWarm color-temperature lighting with soft shadows; directional light from sconces creates visible gradient falloff on the wall and ground; ambient dusk sky visible above roofline.
Colors
matte black· sconce body#1B1A14- Fixture shapeShort vertical cylindrical body mounted concentrically on a narrow rectangular backplate; visible orientation is vertical with cylinder axis perpendicular to wall.
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Q&A
1 answered- Is the finish a smooth matte black or textured?
- The finish is a smooth matte black — the product description specifies a "Matte black metal frame" with no mention of texture.