DEWENWILS 17.7-Inch Black Outdoor Wall Lantern: features, specs and fit

This DEWENWILS outdoor wall lantern is a 17.7-inch fixture in matte black with gold-toned edges and a hammered, water-ripple glass shade. It is a hardwired porch light designed for a front door, patio, garage or balcony, taking a standard E26 bulb that you buy separately.

Style and the rippled glass

The finish is matte black with what DEWENWILS calls glitzy gold edges, giving the lantern a vintage look. The shade is hammered "moire" glass, and the textured surface scatters light into ripple-like patterns on the surrounding wall. The brand adds that the glass is easy to clean. Because the glass diffuses the light, the visual effect depends a lot on the bulb you choose: clear filament-style bulbs show the pattern more, while frosted bulbs soften it.

Materials and weather protection

The body is die-cast aluminum with a coating DEWENWILS describes as anti-rust and anti-corrosion. The fixture is listed as IP65 weather resistant. In general, the first digit (6) means dust-tight, and the second (5) means protection against water jets from any direction. That is suited to rain, but is not designed for immersion. The design is sealed, and the brand says the sealed bottom keeps out moisture and stops insects building up inside.

The E26 socket

The socket takes E26 bulbs, the standard medium base in North America, up to 60 watts. LED, CFL, incandescent and halogen types are all listed as compatible. No bulb is included. Using an LED is typical, since a low-wattage LED stays far below the 60W limit; whichever you choose, keep the wattage within the limit, and check that the bulb is suited to enclosed fixtures.

Size, weight and mounting

The lantern is 10.2 inches long, 6.3 inches wide and 17.7 inches high (about 26 x 16 x 45 cm), and weighs 5.3 lb (about 2.4 kg). The glass comes pre-assembled and the fixture is hardwired, meaning it connects to your house wiring rather than plugging in. The brand says all mounting accessories are included. For better performance, DEWENWILS recommends installing it at least 6 feet (about 1.8 m) above the ground.

Hardwiring involves household electrical circuits. Switch the power off at the breaker, follow local codes and the manual, and use a licensed electrician if you are not comfortable doing it yourself.

Where it fits

The listing suggests patios, gardens, balconies, front doors and doorways. At 17.7 inches tall, it is a fairly large lantern, so it suits a wall with some space around the door rather than a tight spot beside a narrow frame.

Who it suits

It suits homeowners looking for a traditional, textured-glass look to replace or add to exterior lighting, particularly in black-and-gold or vintage-style schemes.

What to check before you buy

• Size: confirm the wall space beside your door or garage for a 17.7-inch lantern.
• Mounting height: plan for at least 6 feet above the ground.
• Bulb: you need an E26 bulb of 60W or less; none is included.
• Wiring: check your existing junction box and whether you need an electrician.
• Finish: check that the black and gold suits other hardware at your entry.
• Upkeep: check the manual for cleaning the glass and changing the bulb.

The short version

• A 17.7-inch hardwired outdoor wall lantern in matte black with gold-toned edges.
• Hammered ripple glass shade, die-cast aluminum body, IP65 weather resistance.
• E26 socket for bulbs up to 60W (not included).
• About 5.3 lb; install at least 6 feet above the ground.

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