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We’ve researched and lived with sustainable and nontoxic furniture in our homes for years — these are our favorite brands for wall sconces that are made with thoughtful materials and built to last.

Adding or changing up the lighting in your home can truly transform your space. In fact, light can have a huge impact on our mood, and add warmth and dimension to our homes — and in turn, help us feel more like ourselves. Adding wall sconces around a painting or mirror can warm up the space and literally make us feel better, and finding wall sconces that are made with natural, nontoxic, and high-quality materials will make us feel good about purchasing them too. 

Why should you consider sustainable, nontoxic wall sconces?

As with any furniture and home decor, it’s important to consider sustainable and nontoxic wall sconces because the materials we bring into our home have an impact on both our home environments and the earth. Sustainable wall sconces are made with natural, recycled, and responsibly sourced materials, like wood, ceramics, rattan, bamboo, or recycled brass. And nontoxic wall sconces aren’t treated with any harsh chemicals that could release gases and particles into your home. 

What should you think about when purchasing a wall sconce? 

Of course, you want to think about the design of the wall sconce with your space. Do you want one or two? Are you having the sconces bookend a painting, mirror, or your bed? Then you’d want two. If you’re putting it next to a door or in a corner, you might only opt for one. The photos in this guide offer some great inspiration for how to style your sconce! 

But design is only one factor. You also want to consider whether you are going to purchase a plugin sconce or one that’s directly wired in-wall. It’s best to opt for a plug-in sconce if you’re renting or you want the aesthetic of the cord hanging down. These also are usually turned on by a switch directly on the cord, so if you don’t want to have your sconce powered by a light switch on the wall, a plug-in option might be best for you. Opt for a sconce that’s wired in-wall if you want a more permanent solution and/or you’re a homeowner looking to add some lighting to your space. These usually require a professional electrician to install, so keep that in mind. 

What are the relevant certifications? 

While there aren’t many relevant certifications specifically geared toward wall sconces, there are certifications to look for to ensure the products are ethically made, like Fair Trade Certified, a third-party certification that verifies the ethical practices of factories. Another thing to look for when shopping is if something is handmade in the U.S., because these are often products created by artisans and produced in small batches. Several of the sconces on this list fall into this category. 

Our criteria:

Our editors have spent over a decade researching and living with the top sustainable furniture brands. For this list, we’ve selected brands we love that offer wall sconce options that are sustainable, nontoxic, and built to last a lifetime. We continually add new picks to the list that meet the criteria below.

  • NATURAL & NONTOXIC | Made with natural, recycled, and responsibly-sourced materials, these wall sconces are crafted without any harsh chemical treatments so you can rest easy.
  • DURABLE | Each of these options is made of long-lasting, durable, and quality materials that will hold up for years to come. 
  • AFFORDABLE | Lighting can be a big investment. We’ve included options on this list for various budgets so you can find the right option for you.

Looking for more lighting? We have a lamps and light fixtures guide for that! Or if you’re doing an entire bedroom refresh, we have nontoxic bedside tables (which would look so cute with these sconces!), wooden and upholstered bedframes, and sustainable rugs guides for you to pursue as well.

1. West Elm

Budget friendly
Fair trade
Gives back

Best For | Classic wall sconces
Price Range | $39-$558

West Elm is a go-to for design-forward, timeless home decor and furniture. They offer many Fair Trade pieces in all their collections, including wall sconces — just look for the Fair Trade tag when shopping. Many of their sconces are also contract grade, which means it’s manufactured not just for residential but commercial spaces as well, a great way to know that it’s made to be durable and long-lasting. We love these classic spherical sconces, customizable sculptural sconces, and these plugin pivot sconces that would be great for reading in bed! Not sure about any of those, don’t worry — there are so many options to choose from at West Elm. 

SHOP West Elm
A brass wall-mounted lamp with a white shade is positioned above a wooden nightstand holding a small glass of water, a dish, and a marble tray, next to a bed with a light-colored headboard.
A wooden sideboard with books, an open magazine, and two tall candles sits below two framed photos and a round wall light on a beige wall.

2. Schoolhouse

American made

Best For | Playful wall sconces
Price Range | $179-$1,300

Founded in 2023, Schoolhouse creates unique pieces that are full of character and designed to be heirlooms for generations to come. The Portland-based company designs and assembles its home goods in its centuries-old factory, ethically sourcing materials from around the world. The sconces from Schoolhouse are playful, fun, and beautiful — and they’re made from high-quality materials and assembled in Portland. We love this best-selling Cylinder Double Sconce that can be hung in multiple orientations and is ADA compliant. And we also love the pop of color this Scandinavian-inspired sconce could add to a room. 

Customer Review | “I’m an interior designer so I’m always looking for special lighting. These sconces are at the top of my list of faves. I’ve used them in midcentury design, Scandinavian design, and a playful child’s bathroom. They’re outstanding.” – Paige S. [Read more reviews.]

SHOP Schoolhouse
A marble fireplace with a large seashell in front, a potted monstera plant on the left, and a wooden chair with cushions on the right; a nautical painting hangs above the mantel.
A modern bathroom with a rectangular mirror, gold wall sconces, a white basin sink, gold faucet, and a tray with a soap dispenser and vase of flowers.

3. Lulu & Georgia

Natural materials

Best For | Unique design options
Price Range | $98-$1,400+

Lulu & Georgia’s mission is “to bring beauty to your home.” And that mission is clear when you browse their beautifully designed pieces, from furniture to lighting. While not all of their pieces are sustainable, the brand does have a sustainable collection, filled with pieces that source sustainable materials and work with manufacturers adhering to socially responsible practices. From this collection, there are several stunning and unique wall sconces, like this double sconce that brings a “modern touch to a classic design.” We also love this simple rattan sconce and this fun wavy sconce, too.

SHOP Lulu & Georgia
A modern bedroom with a wooden nightstand holding a potted plant, books, and a tray beside a bed with neutral bedding and patterned pillows.
A bedside table with a rustic vase of flowers and books, next to a bed with a woven headboard and a wall-mounted wicker sconce lamp.

4. LannaPassa

Family owned
Gives back
Handcrafted
Made to order
Natural materials

Best For | Woven wall sconces
Price Range | $140

LannaPassa is known for its bamboo and woven lighting. The family-owned company’s products are made using authentic materials and methods of ethnic hill tribe communities. Every purchase also gives back to those same communities. LannaPassa has two plug-in wall light sconces: this tall woven bamboo design and this woven bamboo basket design. For both of these, you can customize your cable length and switch placement. These are a great option if you’re renting and can’t directly wire your sconces into the wall!

Customer Review | “Love this lamp. It arrived much sooner than expected and very safely packed. I had it installed in minutes, and it looks fantastic.” – April [Read more reviews.]

SHOP LannaPassa
A woven lampshade wall light is illuminated above a couch next to a white shelving unit with baskets and an Asian-style paper umbrella on top.
A woven rattan lampshade with a visible lightbulb is mounted on a wall bracket, casting a patterned shadow on the wall. A plant is partially visible in the lower right corner.

5. SIN

American made
Handcrafted
Woman owned

Best For | Artistic designs
Price Range | $298-$1298

SIN is a Brooklyn-based home goods studio founded by Virginia Sin. She grew the business on the side after moving to New York in 2006, and in 2016 she made it her full-time focus. You’ll find functional sculptures, lighting, and furniture — and yes, wall sconces. We love this stunning woven ceramic sconce and this origami-inspired abstract sconce. Though all of their sconces are worth browsing; they’re truly works of art! 

Customer Review | “The sconce looks perfect and our clients loves it.” – Juliette C. [Read more reviews.]

SHOP SIN
Minimalist bedroom with a modern wall sconce, a wooden nightstand holding books and a glass of water, large window, and rustic wooden decor piece against a pale wall.
A modern bathroom with a double sink vanity, wooden cabinets, two large arched mirrors, wall-mounted faucets, soap dispensers, flowers, and tiled backsplash.

6. Etsy

American made
Handcrafted
Second hand

Best For | Brass wall sconces
Price Range | $98-$400+

If you’re looking for unique, vintage, or brass wall sconces, Etsy is a great sustainable option. Many of the lamps are handmade, and there are several made in the U.S. too. We love the brass wall sconces from SmileLampWorks, for example. They’re handmade in California, and there are so many to choose from. VistaArtLighting is another shop to check out for handmade and American made wall sconces. A few other beautiful pieces we found on Etsy are these plant-based biopolymer sconces, these ceramic sconces, and these wooden ones, all from U.S. based Etsy shops.

Customer Review | “You can tell these lights are made of quality materials and the finish is beautiful. Very sleek light that elevates a space.” – Mallory [Read more reviews.]

SHOP Etsy
A brass wall sconce with a curved arm and conical shade is mounted on a plain, light-colored wall.
A wall-mounted brass sconce light fixture with an exposed round white bulb, attached to a round backplate on a white wall.

7. Chairish

Handcrafted
Natural materials
Second hand

Best For | Vintage sconces
Price Range | $34-$45,000+

Chairish curates lightly-used, high-quality vintage and retro furniture and home decor, from tables to rugs to lighting. They have over 10,000 wall sconces to browse, like this 1990s rattan wicker sconce, this mid-century Italian brass sconce, and this 1960s flower sconce. Chairish’s goal is to keep as many items in circulation and out of landfills as possible, so if you’re looking for a vintage gem, this is the place to look. 

Customer Review | “My item arrived on time and as shown in the pictures. I’m very satisfied with my purchase.” – Florence [Read more reviews.]

SHOP Chairish
A red pendant lamp hangs from a brass and wood wall-mounted arm against a red brick wall.
A brass wall-mounted lamp with a woven rattan shade and a visible black power cord against a plain light gray wall.

Featured image is from West Elm

Brianna Schubert is a writer and editor based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. She is a Contributing Editor at The Good Trade, an editorial assistant at Motley Bloom, and a freelance writer. She has a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. Since 2023, Brianna has combined her expertise and investigative skills to deliver thoughtful reviews of sustainable products and home goods, helping readers make informed, eco-conscious choices. Brianna is also the writer behind The Mood Board, a Substack newsletter for creativity and inspiration. When she’s not writing, you can find her cooking up a new recipe, reading and recommending books, cuddling with her cat, or yapping with her friends at a café. Say hi on Instagram!