Maxim Mfg. 40496 Carriage House VX Keepsake Oriental Bronze

Carriage House VX Keepsake

The Maxim Mfg. 40496 Carriage House VX is a two-light outdoor wall sconce built from Vivex, a composite rated at twice the strength of resin. It is finished in Oriental Bronze with water glass shades and carries a UL listing for wet-location hardwiring. The fixture suits homeowners who want traditional early-American styling on porches, decks or garage entries.

Vivex Build and Wet-Location Mount

Vivex construction makes the sconce non-corrosive and UV resistant, so the finish holds up in direct weather exposure without the chalking or pitting common on resin or metal alternatives. The 20-inch height and 9-inch width mount flush to a standard junction box, and the candelabra-base sockets accept two 60-watt incandescent lamps for 80 total watts, all dimmable from a standard incandescent dimmer.

Upgrade from Resin or Basic Metal Lanterns

Builders replacing cracked resin lanterns or corroded sheet-metal fixtures gain a housing that does not degrade under sun or salt air, cutting the re-paint or replace cycle. The jump is worth it when the mounting location is fully exposed to rain or coastal spray and the owner wants a dimmable, classic silhouette without annual maintenance.