Transform Dollar Tree Bath Mats Into A Stunning Light Feature With One Easy Hack

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When you're looking for an easy way to transform a space, lighting may come to mind as a quick fix to add ambiance and pull a room together. But stylish light fixtures often come with a hefty price tag, especially if you want to achieve a designer look. If you're on a budget, this might make you want to put any ideas for revamping your lighting on hold. The good news is that there is a way to have your cake and eat it, too. Wall sconces are gorgeous ceiling light alternative to brighten up your space, and with this simple hack, you can make a chic, eye-catching wall lamp that mimics a crystal sconce and brings a sense of luxury into your home without breaking a bank.

Besides being affordable, this glamorous Dollar Tree DIY wall sconce project is also more beginner-friendly than you may think. Gather the tools and materials, including a PVC clear bath mat, a square wooden plaque, and a pack of flexible chopping mats from Dollar Tree. You'll also need a cord light like this DiCUNO Hanging Lantern Cord Cable, a suitable lightbulb, a glue gun, a staple gun, a zip tie to put it all together. If you want to customize your wall lamp to your favorite color or the room's color scheme, you can also get some spray paint to make it happen. Either way, take the necessary precautions to make a wall lamp that is as safe as it is stunning.

Start by laying out the wooden plaque. If there's anything inside, take it out; you'll need just the wooden frame. At this point, you can spray paint the plaque to your liking, though it's not a big deal if you don't, as it will mostly be covered by the end of the project. Take a flexible chopping mat and bend it over the wood frame, creating an arched sconce shape. Staple the chopping mat to the plaque frame from the sides. Next, if you want, spray paint the PVC bath mat in the color of your choosing. Metallic colors like gold and silver can bring a quiet luxury vibe! Once the paint has dried, lay the bath mat over the curved chopping mat material and secure it at the sides with a glue gun. 

Finally, put the lightbulb in the cord and install it inside the sconce. To make sure your light stays in place, tie the cord light to the base of the plaque frame with a zip tie. Attach your sconce light to the wall near an outlet, plug it in, and enjoy the glow. And if you want more than one fancy wall sconce, just repeat the process!

While this easy hack makes for gorgeous light fixtures, the plastic from bath mats and accompanying materials might be dangerous next to a heat source like a lightbulb. To make sure your fancy light fixture doesn't melt, produce toxic smoke, or cause a full-on fire, always opt for using LED lights that emit only a tiny, safe amount of heat. You can also swap for a battery-powered puck for a cordless wall lighting idea to brighten your home.