Simons Maison
Matte Black Iron Wall Sconce
This hardwired, commercial-grade wall sconce is crafted from matte black powder-coated iron and features a minimalist design for illuminating art, bookshelves, and darker corners. It requires two T9 bulbs with E26 bases (30 W max each, not included) and measures 4.5 inches high by 20 inches wide by 5.5 inches deep. Professional installation by a master electrician is strongly recommended.
- Color
- Matte Black
- Material
- matte black powder-coated iron
- Category
- Home & Garden > Lighting > Lighting Fixtures > Wall Light Fixtures
Specifications
A minimalist iron wall sconce with a matte black powder-coated finish, designed to illuminate art, bookshelves, and darker corners.
Requires two T9 bulbs with E26 base, maximum 30W (not included); hardwired; commercial grade; installation by a master electrician is strongly recommended.
- Color
- Matte Black · black
- Material
- matte black powder-coated iron
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Dimensions
- 20x5.5x4.5 in
- Category
- Home & Garden > Lighting > Lighting Fixtures > Wall Light Fixtures
Additional Attributes
- minimalist
- matte black powder-coated
- iron
- hardwired
- commercial grade
- requires two T9 bulbs with E26 base, maximum 30W (not included)
- installation by a master electrician is strongly recommended
Product Insights
The Simons Maison Matte Black Iron Wall Sconce is a hardwired picture light engineered around a fixed 20-inch head that casts a single, non-aimable downward wash across framed art 29–40 inches wide, using twin standard T9 bulbs to spread an even side-to-side beam; pairing frosted T9s with 90+ CRI at 2700K (or a clear 3000K alternative) delivers true-to-life color and line-free illumination with TRIAC dimming when dimmable bulbs are used. Its core promise is durable, precise accent lighting: the commercial-grade iron housing wears an electrostatically applied powder coat rated 2H–4H hardness with 15–20-year life, while two 8W LED T9s draw only 16W and remain user-replaceable rather than sealed into an integrated LED system. The principal tradeoff is a loss of flexibility: the head cannot be tilted or redirected, changing the beam mandates moving the hardwired mount, and each placement requires a junction box roughed in before drywall; additionally, the 5.5-inch projection exceeds ADA’s 4-inch protrusion limit, so compliant installation demands mounting above 80 inches or off accessible paths. The sconce also lacks a fixture-level diffuser, so avoiding LED lines with frosted bulbs reduces output by 100 lumens per bulb, and the commercial-grade label applies only to the housing, with no L70 rating for the lighting system. This is a purpose-built picture light that prioritizes even, color-accurate illumination and a lasting finish over adjustability and easy reconfiguration.
Verified claims
- Beam direction
- The head produces a single downward wash and cannot be tilted up or redirected.
- Beam spread
- Twin T9 tubes spread an even side-to-side wash; frosted tubes suppress the bright filament lines and soften the tube edges.
- Placement
- Center it 6-12 in. above art; the fixed 20-in. head best fits 29-40-in.-wide pieces.
- Bulb tuning
- Swapped T9s set the picture light: 90+ CRI at 2700K keeps colors true, with 3000K and TRIAC dimming options.
- Bulb selection
- Uses two standard replaceable T9 bulbs, not a sealed integrated LED.
- Dimmability
- Dimmable when fitted with dimmable T9 bulbs and a compatible leading-edge TRIAC wall dimmer.
- Light quality
- Compatible 8W T9s give 700–800 lm and 90+ CRI at 2700K; a clear 3000K version is available.
- Artwork width
- Fixed 20-in head suits framed art 29–40 in wide (50–70% coverage).
- Artwork fit
- The 20-inch-wide head suits artwork about 29-40 in wide by the 50-70% rule.
- Installation
- Hardwired line-voltage sockets, no driver to hide; the feed and any dimmer wiring are part of the hardwired installation, and the listing strongly recommends professional installation by an electrician.
- ADA clearance
- 5.5-inch projection exceeds the ADA 4-inch limit for wall objects 27-80 in high.
- Commercial grade
- The commercial grade label covers the iron housing, not an integrated LED; there is no L70 rating.
- Finish durability
- Electrostatic powder coat rates 2H to 4H hardness and lasts 15 to 20 years.
- Impact resistance
- A sharp, heavy impact cracks the powder coat rather than denting it.
- Cleaning
- Use a soft damp cloth and mild soap; avoid abrasive cleaners.
- Touch-up repair
- Color-matched liquid touch-up paint can repair minor chips and scratches on the powder coat.
- Mounting constraints
- Hardwired, non-aiming head; an ADA-compliant position must be fixed at rough-in.
- Glare control
- No fixture-level diffuser; frosted T9 bulbs suppress the bright LED filament lines at a 100-lumen-per-bulb penalty.
- Wattage
- Two 8W LED T9s draw a total 16W, a quarter of the 60W-rated fixture.
- Rough-in
- Each placement needs a junction box roughed into that exact bay or wall at the planned height before drywall.
- Bulb requirements
- The sconce requires two E26-base T9 bulbs, maximum 30W each, and the bulbs are not included; buy them separately.
- Secondary placements
- The 20-inch bar also works above a bookshelf or in a darker corner, but each secondary placement needs its junction box at that exact shelf bay or niche before the walls are finished.
Product record
- Title
- Matte Black Iron Wall Sconce
- Brand
- Simons Maison
- Price
- 317 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
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Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Matte black metal picture light style wall sconce with a long horizontal tubular head and a rectangular mounting plate, mounted above a framed artwork and emitting warm downward light.
- Horizontal light headElongated cylindrical-tube head with a flattened bottom edge, mounted horizontally and projecting slightly forward from the wall; head has rounded end caps and a smooth matte black finish.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.03 · w 0.64 · h 0.14 (high) - Light sourceContinuous linear light strip recessed into the bottom of the head, producing a warm amber-white glow downward onto the wall and artwork.
1 region
x 0.25 · y 0.10 · w 0.50 · h 0.06 (high) - Mounting plateRectangular flat wall plate in the same matte black finish, centered under the head and flush to the wall; three small circular protrusions or fasteners are visible on the plate.
1 region
x 0.39 · y 0.14 · w 0.22 · h 0.10 (high) - Reflective end detailsSmall reflective metallic reflector inserts visible at both ends of the head where the light emits, appearing slightly brighter and reflective compared with the matte head.
2 regions
x 0.17 · y 0.06 · w 0.06 · h 0.06 (medium); x 0.77 · y 0.06 · w 0.06 · h 0.06 (medium)
Other
Scene shows the sconce mounted on a light-colored textured wall above a large framed abstract artwork; directional warm light casts a soft illuminated pool on the wall and artwork. Image is vertically framed showing the upper portion of the framed art and the sconce; lighting creates mild shadowing and a visible warm gradient below the fixture.
- Framed artwork belowLarge rectangular framed artwork with a thin natural wood frame and a dark abstract print, occupying the lower two-thirds of the image and positioned directly beneath the sconce.
1 region
x 0.04 · y 0.35 · w 0.92 · h 0.60 (high) - Wall texture and colorSmooth but subtly textured light-colored wall, visible around the sconce and above the artwork.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 0.35 (high) - Lighting and shadowsWarm downward light creates a bright strip on the wall directly below the sconce and softer gradient illumination spreading onto the top of the artwork; subtle shadow cast by the mounting plate is visible.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.12 · w 0.52 · h 0.30 (high) - Shot compositionVertical crop showing only the upper portion of the wall and artwork, centered on the sconce with the artwork frame angled slightly due to perspective.
Colors
matte black· head and mounting plate#120D09warm white amber· light strip#E3DAD3- Horizontal light headElongated cylindrical-tube head with a flattened bottom edge, mounted horizontally and projecting slightly forward from the wall; head has rounded end caps and a smooth matte black finish.
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Product
Wall-mounted horizontal cylindrical light shade in matte black with a rectangular warm-toned backplate; illuminated from below casting warm light onto the wall and artwork beneath.
- Shade geometryHorizontal tubular cylindrical shade, mounted parallel to the wall, with closed ends and uniform diameter along its length.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.03 · w 0.52 · h 0.07 (high) - Finish and colorMatte black finish on the tubular shade and visible mounting elements.
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x 0.24 · y 0.03 · w 0.52 · h 0.07 (high) - BackplateRectangular flat backplate beneath the shade with a warm golden brass appearance that sits flush to the wall and supports the shade.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.08 · w 0.20 · h 0.04 (high) - Light emissionWarm white light projecting downward from the shade, creating a soft illuminated area on the wall and artwork below.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.11 · w 0.60 · h 0.10 (high)
Other
Interior scene showing the sconce installed above a framed abstract artwork and a dark wood console table; right side reveals shelving with white dishes. Even studio lighting with soft shadows.
- Framed artworkLarge square framed abstract print with a wide light mat and thin wooden or gold-toned frame positioned directly beneath the sconce.
1 region
x 0.07 · y 0.18 · w 0.66 · h 0.57 (high) - Console tableDark stained rounded-edge wooden console table with visible vertical support legs and textured wood grain across the tabletop.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.72 · w 0.65 · h 0.25 (high) - Book spine text“LIVE BEAUTIFUL”
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.78 · w 0.14 · h 0.05 (high) - Incense dish and stickSmall round shallow dish with a slender vertical incense stick placed near the left side of the table.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.77 · w 0.10 · h 0.06 (high) - Open shelving with dishesRight-side inset shelving unit containing stacked white bowls and plates and a small ceramic jar, visible through a vertical wall recess.
1 region
x 0.80 · y 0.56 · w 0.19 · h 0.36 (high) - Secondary framed botanical printsTwo smaller framed botanical sketches mounted on the wall inside the recessed shelving area, arranged vertically.
1 region
x 0.81 · y 0.12 · w 0.17 · h 0.36 (high) - Lighting and shadowsSoft directional lighting from the sconce creates a warm gradient on the wall and subtle tabletop reflections; overall image has studio-level even exposure.
- Image crop and compositionVertical crop showing the central wall with sconce and artwork, plus a right-side reveal of shelving and a left portion of the console; top and bottom edges of the room are visible.
Colors
matte black· tubular shade and mounting elementswarm brass· backplatelight warm wood· picture frame trimPackaging#6B5344dark brown wood· console tabletopPackaging#1B1611- Shade geometryHorizontal tubular cylindrical shade, mounted parallel to the wall, with closed ends and uniform diameter along its length.
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Product
Close-up view of a matte black metal wall sconce mounting plate with two short cylindrical pegs and a central cylindrical arm that connects to a glossy smoked glass tube shade.
- Mounting plate shapeTriangular-wedge mounting plate with a flat front face and beveled edges, oriented with the narrow edge at the top left and wider base toward the bottom right in the image.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.10 · w 0.60 · h 0.70 (high) - Finish and textureUniform matte black metal finish on the mounting plate and visible metal components, showing a finely textured, non-reflective surface.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.16 · w 0.46 · h 0.54 (high) - Cylindrical pegsTwo short cylindrical pegs projecting from the plate's front face, aligned vertically with one above the central arm and one below it; peg ends are flat and also matte black.
2 regions
x 0.42 · y 0.36 · w 0.06 · h 0.06 (high); x 0.42 · y 0.56 · w 0.06 · h 0.06 (high) - Central cylindrical armShort cylindrical arm protruding horizontally from the plate center toward the upper-right, composed of matte black metal with a small circular hole near its visible end.
1 region
x 0.48 · y 0.44 · w 0.22 · h 0.12 (high) - Glass shade edgeGlossy elongated smoked glass tube visible at the upper-right, with a reflective surface and warm brown/amber tint; only a portion of the tube is visible, running diagonally across the top-right quadrant.
1 region
x 0.58 · y 0.00 · w 0.42 · h 0.58 (high)
Other
Angled close-up product photograph on a textured light-colored wall with soft directional lighting from the upper-right, producing subtle shadows and reflections on the glass and metal surfaces.
- Shot compositionClose-up diagonal composition showing the sconce from a low-left viewpoint aiming up toward the upper-right, cropping the product so only the mounting plate, arm, and part of the glass tube are visible.
- Background surfaceLight-colored textured wall (fine stucco or plaster) visible behind and around the mounting plate.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 0.40 · h 1.00 (medium) - Lighting and shadowSoft directional lighting from the upper-right creating a narrow highlight along the top edge of the mounting plate and gentle shadows cast on the wall to the left of the plate.
- Image croppingTop and right edges of the glass tube and upper plate are cropped by the image frame.
1 region
x 0.82 · y 0.00 · w 0.18 · h 0.30 (high)
Colors
matte black· mounting plate and metal components#0E0D0Csmoked amber· glass tube shade#856B55- Mounting plate shapeTriangular-wedge mounting plate with a flat front face and beveled edges, oriented with the narrow edge at the top left and wider base toward the bottom right in the image.