Ditch your dingy bathroom vanity lights for something with a bit more spark.
Great lighting doesn't have to come at a great cost. We've found the best affordable wall sconces, vanity lights, and bath light bars that all clock in at under $100.
Schoolhouse U/2 Sconce
A study in contrasts, the minimalist U/2 Sconce illuminates with unique, industrial-inspired style. A galvanized steel backplate plays off the warmth of the double porcelain sockets putting your light bulb of choice center stage. Manufactured in our Portland, Ore. factory to exacting specifications. A Schoolhouse Original. Photo Courtesy of Schoolhouse
Kuzco Lighting Preston Wall Sconce
The Kuzco Lighting Preston LED Wall Sconce is uniquely modern and energy efficient. A single piece of metal is shaped into a flattened tube, giving a nice view of the contrasting finish on the inside. Lit with state-of-the-art LEDs, this piece will light your space as well as make a contemporary statement. Developed with designers and architects in mind, Kuzco is known for offering a wide range of contemporary lighting options that utilize the latest in LED technology. Committed to offering top tier quality, they are recognized for their commitment to high standards and custom lighting capabilities. Photo Courtesy of Kuzco Lighting
George Kovacs Saber 2 Light Bath Sconce
The Saber 2 Light Bath Sconce is a contemporary wall sconce by George Kovacs and features 2 cased etched opal glass cylindrical shade with metal supports. Can be mounted horizontally or vertically. Photo Courtesy of YLighting
Maxim Lighting Revolve Bath Wall Sconce
Add a touch of the interplanetary to your walls and halls with the intriguing shapes of Maxim Lightings Revolve Bath Wall Sconce. Featuring a sharply-angled rectangular steel wall mount, a single rounded arm extends from the lower end, lamping within a single smooth ring above. The mounting arm also holds a globe shade of satin white glass over the lamping, easing direct glare into a pleasant glow all around the fixture. Maxim Lighting, headquartered in California, offers high-quality lighting fixtures in a variety of designs, finishes, and glass styles that complement contemporary and transitional interiors. Photo Courtesy of Maxim Lighting
George Kovacs LED Vanity Light
The LED Vanity Light by George Kovacs is a slender, classic design that brings optimal illumination to master baths and powder rooms. Its cylindrical structure is made of acrylic and accented with metal ends. This shade is affixed to a rectangular backplate with a sleek ring. When lit, the energy-efficient LED light source within this geometric structure produces a warm, soothing glow. This vanity light can be mounted vertically or horizontally around a mirror, over a towel rack, or wherever light is needed. George Kovacs started a lighting store in Manhattan in 1954, became a renowned designer during the '50s, '60s and '70s and sold his company name in 2000 to the Minka Group. Today, the George Kovacs brand designs decorative lighting in mid-century modern and contemporary styles with a creative and often humorous approach, incorporating clean lines and unexpected twists and curves. From the curvaceous P722 Table Lamp to the minimalistic Twist and Shout LED Linear Suspension, their creations are sophisticated and comfortable at the same time. Photo Courtesy of YLighting
Varaluz Margaux 1-Light Bath Sconce
A strong pour of elegant lighting. Taking inspiration from glasses made for sipping French wine, the Varaluz Margaux 1-Light Bath Sconce shines elegance through every segment of its compact frame. A classy Metal structure features clean geometry and appealing minimalism, with a thin stem extending from the square backplate to the base of the socket. Swirling around the bulb is a gorgeous shade made from Recycled Glass, holding the light as delicately as a sommelier sniffing the finest Pinot Noir. A graceful ambient glow spreads out from the sconce, highlighting the detailed design and spreading along the adjacent wall. Classy, modern and charming, youll certainly get your fill of style from this fixture. 70% recycled steel, 100% recycled glass, 0% recycled style. Varaluz Lighting develops handmade fixtures created from recycled or reclaimed materials styled in a broad range of lighting genres from period to transitional and contemporary. Varaluz light fixtures that are like jewelry for the home, crafted to be relevant for generations. Photo Courtesy of Lumens
AFX Lighting Hollywood LED Bath Bar
Ready for your close-up? The AFX Lighting Hollywood LED Bath Bar recreates classic backstage dressing room lighting with its bright row of globes. While that lighting of old depended primarily on hot incandescent bulbs for accurate make-up application and dressing, this bath bar instead utilizes cool and energy efficient LEDs inside spheres of light-diffusing White Acrylic. The final sophisticated finishing touch to this overall design is the stamped Steel wall plate, complete with a refined beveled edge. This fixture is a great way to add a touch of glamour and plenty of vibrant vanity light to a bathroom, closet or other such prep area. Creating lighting products that have been at the forefront of the technology curve since before WWII, AFX Lighting continues to push the boundaries of efficiency and creativity. Each product is specifically designed to highlight the qualities of its light source, whether that be fluorescent, LED, or whatever the next advancement may be. Their collection of award-winning fixtures will only continue to grow. Photo Courtesy of Lumens
Hinkley Lighting Kyra Bath Sconce
The Kyra Bath Sconce's from Hinkley Lighting minimalist design is anchored with a bold yet simple aesthetic. Clean and crisp, the Kyra Bath Sconce features sleek cross bar end with a subtle curve for an element of softness. The piece remains exudes classy and elegant appeal with its beautifully etched opal glass that matches any modern bathroom decor. Hinkley Lighting began as a small, family company in Cleveland, Ohio, and has developed into one of the countries most respected lighting producers. Using strong, clean forms, the company offers transitional pieces with distinctive period accents and minimalist contemporary designs. Their environmentally conscious products like their LED outdoor collection and traditionally crafted, artistic interior designs provide cutting edge, luxurious indoor and outdoor lighting. Photo Courtesy of YLighting
George Kovacs Saber Wall Sconce
The Saber Wall Sconce is a contemporary wall sconce by George Kovacs and features a cased etched opal glass cylindrical shade with metal supports. George Kovacs started a lighting store in Manhattan in 1954, became a renowned designer during the '50s, '60s and '70s and sold his company name in 2000 to the Minka Group. Today, the George Kovacs brand designs decorative lighting in mid-century modern and contemporary styles with a creative and often humorous approach, incorporating clean lines and unexpected twists and curves. From the curvaceous P722 Table Lamp to the minimalistic Twist and Shout LED Linear Suspension, their creations are sophisticated and comfortable at the same time. Photo Courtesy of Home Depot
Eurofase Palmerston Bathroom Wall Sconce
With a fresh, modern take on a coastal-inspired style, the Palmerston Bathroom Wall Sconce by Eurofase Lighting offers a stylish lighting solution for exterior spaces. Supported by a circular backplate, an arm suspends the capsule-shaped shade. Capped with a metal dome, a series of slender bars form an open-style cage around the incandescent bulb inside. Its combination of contrasting finishes gives the fixture a sleek, contemporary edge that enhances any homes faade. Based in Toronto, Canada, Eurofase has been presenting artful and innovative illumination since 1989. They continually promote the use of cost-saving lighting technologies, including LED, halogen and compact fluorescent, in an effort to provide for the lighting needs of an expanding energy efficient culture. Photo Courtesy of Lumens
Kuzco Lighting Exeter Bathroom Wall Sconce
The Exeter Bathroom Wall Sconce by Kuzco is confident and contemporary. Anchored by a round backplate, smooth rod-shaped arms support a circular base in a neatly tailored metallic finish. On top of this circular base, a White Opal Glass cylindrical shade diffuses a warm and even light. Able to be mounted in an upward or a downward facing position, this wall sconce adds a layer of light around sinks and vanities with a simple silhouette, complimenting a variety of dcor. Based out of Canada, Kuzco Lighting merges cutting edge technology with clean, functional design and modern sensibilities. Offering quality products on a myriad of budgets for any customer, Kuzco uses the latest LED technology for their contemporary assortment. The company offers a wide selection of lighting options for residential use indoors or outdoors. Photo Courtesy of Lightology
Minka-Lavery Uptown Edison Wall Sconce
The Minka-Lavery Uptown Edison Wall Sconce is an homage to a time when electricity was new and its founder, Thomas Edison. A combination of Restoration styles and a minimalistic approach are used in this fixture, the exposed bulb perched on a sloping rod. A true fusion of form and function, this sconce will keep your bathroom or vanity lit with classic sensibility. Minka-Lavery, recognized as a leader in modern elegance, offers decorative lighting with high quality craftsmanship in a variety of materials, including solid brass, wrought iron and cast aluminum. Located in Corona, CA, the Minka Group is branched into three providers that offer creative designs as well as timeless classics: Minka-Lavery lighting, Minka Aire fans and George Kovacs lighting. Photo Courtesy of Home Depot
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