Snoc
Alto Ii Spherical Wall Sconce Indoor And Outdoor
The Alto II is a spherical wall sconce for indoor and outdoor use, featuring a weather-resistant powder-coated aluminum backplate and a frosted opal glass globe. It is compatible with an A19 LED bulb and is designed and made in Quebec. This commercial-grade fixture includes an installation guide and is offered in multiple color finishes.
- Material
- Powder-coated aluminum and frosted opal glass
- Style
- modern
- Category
- Home & Garden > Lighting > Lighting Fixtures > Wall Light Fixtures
Size
Specifications
Sleek and modern spherical wall sconce that emits a soft warm glow, suitable for indoor and outdoor use.
Weather-resistant powder-coated aluminum construction; frosted opal glass globe; compatible with A19 LED bulb; can be used indoors and outdoors; installation guide included; designed and made in Quebec; commercial grade.
- Material
- Powder-coated aluminum and frosted opal glass
- Style
- modern
- Gender
- unisex
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Home & Garden > Lighting > Lighting Fixtures > Wall Light Fixtures
Additional Attributes
- weather-resistant
- powder-coated aluminum
- frosted opal glass
- compatible with A19 LED bulb
- indoor and outdoor
- installation guide included
- designed and made in Quebec
- commercial grade
- sleek
- modern
- soft warm glow
- spherical
- wall sconce
Product Insights
The Alto II Spherical Wall Sconce by Snoc delivers a self-luminous, glare-free glow by hiding its bulb behind a frosted opal globe with dual diffusion, transmitting only 45–65% of the bulb’s lumens—a tradeoff for even, ambient light over raw brightness. It’s built for indoor and outdoor use, with a wet location rating, corrosion-resistant aluminum, and a lifetime warranty on its aluminum components, while the user-replaceable E26 socket ensures long-term serviceability.
Verified claims
- Bulb visibility
- The frosted opal globe hides the LED bulb completely from any viewing angle.
- Light diffusion
- Frosted opal glass globe with dual diffusion eliminates hotspots, glare, and harsh shadows for a soft, even, glare-free glow.
- Light output
- Opal glass transmits 45–65% of the bulb's lumens; pairing with a 1000–1100 lumen A19 LED recovers the ambient output of a clear-glass fixture using an 800-lumen bulb.
- Lineup
- Alto II is the upward-aimed variant with the largest 8-inch globe in the four-series family.
- Warranty
- Lifetime warranty on aluminum components; 5-year finish warranty.
- Serviceability
- User-replaceable E26 bulb socket; Snoc guarantees availability of replacement aluminum parts for 20 years after purchase.
- Certification
- Intertek certified to CSA and UL standards for wet locations.
- Color retention
- Among the color options, Greige and Hazelnut use UV-stable inorganic pigments that resist fading longer than the bright hues.
- Wet location listing
- Wet-location rated under UL/CSA for unsheltered outdoor use, with weather-resistant powder-coated aluminum construction.
- Bulb socket
- Standard E26 socket accepts user-replaceable A19 LED bulbs (bulb not included) for warm ambient illumination.
- Light quality
- 8-inch frosted globe diffuses 45-65% of bulb lumens for glare-free, style-adaptable ambient light
- Finish variation
- Slight finish variation exists between production batches.
- Craftsmanship
- Manufactured in Quebec since 1954 by craftsmen with a 15-year average experience.
- Weather resistance
- Wet Location rated, corrosion-resistant aluminum alloy, UV-stable powder coat.
- IP rating
- The fixture is rated for wet locations, making it suitable for outdoor use, but no numerical IP rating is listed in the product specifications.
- Corrosion resistance
- The non-ferrous aluminum body with weather-resistant powder coat resists salt spray and de-icing chemicals without rust bleed.
- Style compatibility
- The spherical form and frosted diffusion avoid period-specific ornamentation, allowing the sconce to anchor both heritage brick and minimalist stucco exteriors.
- Spare parts access
- Replacement parts, including the glass globe and mounting plate, are available for a minimum of 25 years after purchase.
- Maximum wattage
- The fixture is rated for a maximum of 60 watts, so final brightness in lumens depends entirely on the A19 LED bulb installed.
- Installation requirements
- The Alto II is hardwired with no cord or plug option and mounts through the rear mounting plate to a standard wall-mounted electrical junction box; SNOC lists a required mounting space of 5.5 inches, and installation by a certified electrician is strongly recommended.
Product record
- Title
- Alto Ii Spherical Wall Sconce Indoor And Outdoor
- Brand
- Snoc
- Price
- 405 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 10 sourcesUses
Adding a soft, warm glow indoors or out
Mount this spherical wall sconce to cast a soft, warm glow across an indoor or outdoor space. Its large frosted globe diffuses the light, while the understated base keeps the look sleek and modern. Choose from a range of colours to blend with your decor or add a colourful accent.[4,5]
Lighting an entryway, patio wall, or indoor space
This spherical wall sconce is designed to work both indoors and outdoors, making it a fit for lighting a front entrance, patio wall, hallway, or other interior spot. Its weather-resistant powder-coated aluminum housing and frosted opal glass globe are built to stand up to outdoor conditions, with finishes made from outdoor UV resistant coatings. It uses an A19 LED bulb, and installation by a certified electrician is strongly recommended.[1,3,4]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Alto Ii Spherical Wall Sconce Indoor And Outdoor: Choose this if you want a sleek, modern spherical wall sconce that works both indoors and outdoors, with weather-resistant powder-coated aluminum construction, a frosted opal glass globe, and commercial-grade build backed by a 5-year warranty on finishes and LED converters. It uses an E26 socket with an A19 LED bulb, comes in Greige, Hazelnut, Pine/Bottle Green, or Terracotta, and measures about 15 inches tall and 7 inches wide with an 8-inch globe, though installation by a certified electrician is strongly recommended. Because each piece is made in small batches in Quebec, slight finish variations can occur from one batch to the next.[1,2,3,4] | Evolution Two-Way Cylindrical Wall Sconce Indoor And Outdoor: Choose this if you want a minimalist cylindrical sconce for both indoor and outdoor walls, with weather-resistant powder-coated cast aluminum in a commercial-grade build that casts light upward and downward for a dramatic wall-lighting effect. It suits shoppers who want finish variety, since it comes in Greige, Hazelnut, Pine/Bottle Green, Terracotta, and Grey, uses a standard A19 E26 LED bulb, and is designed and made in Quebec. Note that installation by a certified electrician is strongly recommended, and because pieces are made in small batches, slight finish variations can occur between batches.[6,7] | Umea Arched Wall Sconce Indoor And Outdoor: Choose this if you want a compact arched wall sconce rated for dry and wet locations that casts a concentrated warm white downward beam indoors or out. Its weather-resistant powder-coated cast aluminum body measures about 5.25 inches tall by 5.5 inches wide and comes in Greige, Terracotta, or Grey, with a 5-year warranty (aluminum components guaranteed for life). Note that the 50W PAR20 E26 bulb is not included, and installation by a certified electrician is strongly recommended.[8,9,10] |
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
A vertical rectangular metal wall plate with a large frosted spherical glass globe mounted to its right side; globe emits warm light and overlaps the plate.
- Backplate shapeVertical rectangular flat metal wall plate with sharp edges and a matte finish, mounted flush to the wall and oriented taller than wide.
1 region
x 0.27 · y 0.12 · w 0.20 · h 0.62 (high) - Finish and color of platePlate appears as a neutral warm gray or taupe matte metal surface with even, non-reflective finish.
1 region
x 0.27 · y 0.12 · w 0.20 · h 0.62 (high) - Spherical globeLarge near-perfect spherical frosted glass globe that emits a warm, diffuse light; it is mounted overlapping the right edge of the plate and dominates the visible product face.
1 region
x 0.52 · y 0.12 · w 0.39 · h 0.40 (high) - Light emission and shadowGlobe emits a warm, even glow causing a soft illuminated halo on the adjacent plate and a subtle shadow on the textured wall to the left.
- Mounting relationGlobe is centered vertically relative to the plate and projects outward from the plate so the globe's center sits right of the plate center.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.12 · w 0.57 · h 0.60 (medium)
Other
Indoor staging with textured stucco wall, adjacent sheer curtain and a blurred window; soft directional lighting from the globe and ambient daylight create gentle shadows and reflections.
- Background wallRough textured stucco or plaster wall in a light neutral tone visible behind the sconce.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 0.63 · h 1.00 (high) - Curtain and windowSheer curtain on the right edge with a blurred window beyond showing indistinct vertical shapes and soft daylight.
1 region
x 0.72 · y 0.02 · w 0.28 · h 0.96 (high) - Shadow and reflectionSoft shadow cast to the left of the plate and a subtle specular highlight on the right side of the globe where ambient light enters from the window.
- Shot compositionVertical portrait framing showing the sconce mounted on a wall with the globe slightly right of image center; image includes surrounding wall and a right-side window curtain to provide context.
Colors
warm frosted white· globe#F5F2E6warm taupe gray· backplate#A39A8D- Backplate shapeVertical rectangular flat metal wall plate with sharp edges and a matte finish, mounted flush to the wall and oriented taller than wide.
- 02
Product
Vertical rectangular wall plate with a large spherical frosted glass globe mounted overlapping its right side; globe is lit with warm white light.
- Backplate shapeVertical rectangular flat mounting plate with slightly textured matte surface, visible behind and to the left of the globe.
1 region
x 0.38 · y 0.12 · w 0.24 · h 0.66 (high) - Spherical globeLarge spherical frosted glass globe that overlaps the right edge of the rectangular plate and emits warm white light; surface appears uniformly diffused with subtle internal glow.
1 region
x 0.48 · y 0.18 · w 0.46 · h 0.46 (high) - Globe mountingGlobe is mounted over the plate so that roughly half of the sphere projects to the right of the plate; lower edge of plate is visible below the globe.
1 region
x 0.38 · y 0.12 · w 0.56 · h 0.72 (medium) - Light colorEmitted light appears warm white with a yellow-amber tint around globe edges where it meets the wall.
1 region
x 0.52 · y 0.18 · w 0.36 · h 0.46 (high) - Surface texture of platePlate surface shows a fine pebbled or sandlike texture rather than smooth gloss.
1 region
x 0.38 · y 0.12 · w 0.24 · h 0.66 (medium)
Other
Product photographed mounted on a textured stone wall at left of a wooden door; warm directional lighting casts soft shadows and highlights stone texture.
- Stone wall backgroundRough irregular cut stone wall with varied earthy brown, gray, and ochre tones covering most of the left and central image area.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 0.78 · h 1.00 (high) - Adjacent doorVertical wooden door or door frame visible along the right edge of the image with recessed rectangular panel details and a warm wood finish.
1 region
x 0.78 · y 0.00 · w 0.22 · h 1.00 (high) - Lighting and shadowWarm illumination from the globe produces a soft halo on the stone wall and a gentle shadow behind the plate toward the upper left.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.00 · w 0.58 · h 0.56 (medium) - Shot compositionPortrait-oriented close-up showing the fixture roughly centered vertically and shifted toward the right third of the frame; image crops a portion of the sphere at its rightmost highlight edge.
Colors
warm frosted white· spherical globewarm taupe· rectangular plate- Backplate shapeVertical rectangular flat mounting plate with slightly textured matte surface, visible behind and to the left of the globe.
- 03
Product
A wall sconce with a tall rectangular vertical backplate in a warm taupe finish and a large glossy white spherical globe mounted to the right, overlapping the plate.
- Backplate shapeTall vertical rectangular flat backplate with squared corners and thin profile, mounted flush to the image plane on the left side of the fixture.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.05 · w 0.30 · h 0.90 (high) - Backplate finishSmooth matte finish in a warm taupe or light brown color with subtle even texture visible at close view.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.05 · w 0.30 · h 0.90 (medium) - Globe shapeLarge perfect spherical globe protruding from the right edge of the backplate, covering much of the right half of the image and overlapping the plate.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.06 · w 0.60 · h 0.60 (high) - Globe finishHigh-gloss smooth white surface with strong specular highlights and visible bright reflections indicating a glossy glass or polished acrylic material.
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.12 · w 0.40 · h 0.40 (high) - Globe backplate intersectionGlobe partially overlaps and appears mounted directly on the front face of the backplate, creating a soft shadow where the globe meets the plate.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.18 · w 0.20 · h 0.24 (high) - Reflections and highlightsSeveral bright white specular highlights and subtle gradient reflections on the globe surface, including a prominent highlight near the upper right quadrant.
1 region
x 0.60 · y 0.08 · w 0.20 · h 0.18 (high)
Other
Studio-style product shot on a plain white background with soft directional lighting from the front-right, producing gentle shadows and crisp edges. Image is well centered and cropped to include the full fixture.
- BackgroundClean uniform white background with no visible props or environment.
- LightingSoft even studio lighting with slightly stronger illumination from the right producing visible highlights on the globe and a soft shadow on the backplate to the left of the globe.
- Shot compositionThree-quarter frontal view with backplate shown nearly full height and globe projecting toward the viewer and slightly right of center.
Colors
gloss white· globe#D4D4D4warm taupe· backplate#958A7C- Backplate shapeTall vertical rectangular flat backplate with squared corners and thin profile, mounted flush to the image plane on the left side of the fixture.
Brand PDP Lookup
- Brand
- Snoc
Wall light • Alto II • 17126 • 100% made in Quebec • Snoc
Variants
4 SKUs| SKU | Title | Price | Avail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4731979 | Alto Ii Spherical Wall Sconce Indoor And Outdoor - Greige - One Size | CA$405.00 | Yes |
| 4731980 | Alto Ii Spherical Wall Sconce Indoor And Outdoor - Hazelnut - One Size | CA$405.00 | Yes |
| 4731981 | Alto Ii Spherical Wall Sconce Indoor And Outdoor - Pine/bottle Green - One Size | CA$405.00 | Yes |
| 4731982 | Alto Ii Spherical Wall Sconce Indoor And Outdoor - Terracotta - One Size | CA$405.00 | Yes |