Quick—try to guess what had us drilling into the bedroom wall late last night.
Remember the lovely ZGallerie sconces I received for my birthday in March? They were the pair that seemed to work in every room. For a refresher, here they are in the guest bedroom:
We eventually decided to move them into the master bedroom so we could enjoy them more often. They ended up looking fantastic with our blue-and-white duvet—turns out they’re even more versatile than we thought.
I love how they look on the wall. The staggered placement—John’s idea—gives the arrangement an easy, casual elegance. The mirrors reflect the candlelight beautifully, spreading a warm glow across the room.
So what prompted the late-night drilling? We received a surprise belated birthday package from ZGallerie: a third matching sconce with a note that said they thought we needed one more for the bedroom. We were stunned and delighted.
How thoughtful! They absolutely didn’t have to send anything, but the extra sconce completed the trio and made the wall look even more intentional and balanced.
Here’s the third sconce joined with its companions, looking right at home:
Because these sconces hold real candles and aren’t lightweight, we thought it would be useful to share a few straightforward hanging tips for heavier wall items, especially those that will support open flame.
1. Have someone help hold the piece while you step back and assess its placement relative to other objects in the room. A second set of hands makes it much easier to judge height and spacing and can save you from drilling extra holes later.
2. Use plastic wall anchors and appropriate screws for heavier items. Drill a pilot hole slightly smaller than the anchor, then tap the anchor in until it sits flush with the wall. Partially insert the screw—leave enough of the screw exposed so the sconce or hook can hang securely on it. This creates a much firmer mount than simply driving a screw into drywall.
3. For perfect vertical alignment when hanging objects above one another, use a simple string trick. Drive the top screw or nail in first, tie a small weight (a pen or similar object works well) to the end of a length of string, and let it hang straight down from the top point. The hanging string creates a precise vertical reference you can use to mark the lower mounting point. This is more reliable than holding a ruler or yardstick, which can accidentally tilt and lead to misaligned pieces.
A few more practical pointers: double-check that anchors and screws are rated for the weight of the item, keep open flames away from flammable materials, and test the stability of the mounted piece before lighting any candles. These precautions help ensure both safety and longevity.
We hope these tips help you when hanging heavier decor. A careful install makes all the difference in how polished a room looks—and prevents unnecessary repairs down the line.
Thanks again to the team that sent the thoughtful gift—our bedroom feels cozier and more complete with the full set of sconces. If you’re enjoying decorative lighting in your own space, consider staggered placements and secure hanging methods to get a similar warm, inviting effect.