Good lighting transforms the entire mood of an apartment, but most rental units are plagued by harsh, overhead “boob lights” and an absolute lack of wall sconce wiring. The viral rechargeable puck light hack solves this problem completely, giving you designer wall sconces without hiring an electrician or cutting into drywall.
The Anatomy of a Wireless Sconce Setup
To replicate this high-end aesthetic, you only need three core components:
- Hardwired Wall Sconces: Choose any modern brass, matte black, or fluted glass sconce (you simply tuck away the wires inside the back canopy).
- Rechargeable LED Puck Lights: Opt for USB-C rechargeable puck lights featuring magnetic bases, 2700K warm white color temperature, and an RF remote control with dimming timers.
- Heavy-Duty Adhesive Mounting Strips: Rated to hold the 1.5–3 lb sconce base firmly to your painted drywall.
Step-by-Step Assembly & Mounting
Step 1: Prepare the Sconce Fixture
Unbox your sconces and use electrical tape or wire nuts to safely bundle and cap the non-functioning wires flat against the mounting plate. They will not be connected to any current.
Step 2: Mount the Magnetic Puck Base
Glue or screw the included magnetic mounting disc directly into the sconce’s socket ring where a traditional lightbulb would normally screw in. The puck light snaps magnetically into place and can be popped off in two seconds whenever it needs a USB-C recharge.
Step 3: Adhere to Wall and Enjoy Ambient Glow
Place two pairs of heavy-duty adhesive strips on the flat backplate of the sconce. Press against the wall at eye level (around 60 to 66 inches from the floor). Use the remote control to set cozy warm dimming or 30-minute sleep timers.