Exterior sconce for 1930s cape

[Anonymous]

I need an exterior light for my kitchen entrance. House is a small cape, built in the mid 1930s.

I am an obsessive hyperfocuser, and this is the sort of thing I can lose a stupid amount of time researching (For example: What makes a good exterior light, what should the light directionality be, what is historically appropriate but also has a bit of style, do I even need style for a kitchen entrance, do I want motion sensor, what lasts longer enamel or galvanized metal or something else, will I bang my head if it sticks out too far and if so how far is TOO far, how heavy feels substantial without pulling on the clapboards, is there a huge difference between home depot and the nicer brands, how do you keep the moths from dying inside it, can I get a good one for under $200, etc. etc. etc. )

I guess I'm hoping someone says simply, "this is a good light, I like it" and saves me from myself.

[Anonymous]

Hampton Bay
Alexandria 17.3 in black motion sensing dusk to dawn.
Store sku 248593
Model # HBI-4192-BK
Home Depot $89
It will work for you.

[Anonymous]

Perfect. Done. Ordered. Thank you — an enormous help.

[Anonymous]

I hate to say but Hampton Bay is not exactly known for their quality or longevity. I've always worked with Lightopia and been pleased as punch with the quality and design.

https://www.lightopia.com/Store/nav/Category-Outdoor+Style-Mid-Century-Modern?srsltid=AfmBOoo_-AUi1WWGBxo796DkQLv3Xbh9-aupO54L-ZUj4-vkMF8KcgiT

[Anonymous]

Just so you know, you can purchase lightbulbs that go on at dusk and off at dawn.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Just so you know, you can purchase lightbulbs that go on at dusk and off at dawn.

Link please