This is a plastic wall lantern, but looks like an expensive metal one. The clear plastic lens looks like glass and the sensor is on point, by which I no longer have to switch it on and off. I am loving the aesthetics on my home with this light. There is only the three wires to install, ground, positive, and neutral. The sensor is already wired in and installed, which makes it easier. I have this on a switched circuit and the ability to switch on and off does not affect the sensor life. I only swSee full review