Exactly fifty years ago, British inventor, entrepreneur and eccentric Edward Craven Walker created the first ever “Lava Lamp“! We are now celebrating this light fixtures golden anniversary. And, I am thrilled to have this opportunity to review and share my experiences with you.
Edward called his original creation “Astro Lamp”, and it was a glass vessel filled with clear liquid with blobs of colored wax floating inside. Later, this evolved to the retro lava lamps of the 60’s and 70’s. There was a period when these lamps became an iconic accessory in apartments, dorms, pubs, and so on. Then, these faded away and its modern version is back in style now!
I picked a combination of yellow wax/blue liquid to review. It is mesmerizing. It has changed the whole ambiance of the room. I can watch this for hours without getting a bit bored.I really can’t wait for the upcoming holiday season. This lamp is going impress my guests, get a lot of attention and set the mood to party.
Lava’s take some time to start floating, and the base will eventually get warm. It is advised not to shake or move them when they are turned on and best to keep them away from direct sunlight. And, they can be operated only up to 8 to 10 hours at a time. Other than replacing the bulb, nothing else should be dismantled! Assembly is a snap, and it arrived beautifully packaged. Finally, I am fascinated with this wonderful invention and happy to share a short video of the lamp in action –
https://youtu.be/ruk_axJiY98
I completely agree with the short description I found on their website – “Its ever-changing patterns are hypnotizing, yet invigorating. It is an art form. Classic and at the same time progressive. Pre-historic and post-modern.” Happy 50th Anniversary To Lava Lamps!
Disclaimer: This is a partnered post with the Lava Lamps. I received a lamp to participate in brand activities and advertise this product. As always, all thoughts and opinions are my own.
Your share side bar made this almost impossible to read on mobile. Just an FYI. But looks like a cool lava lamp! I loved my brother’s growing up.
I remember having a pink Lava lamp growing up, I loved that lamp! I think it’s about time I introduce Lava Lamps to my daughters!
My kids would love these as a gift. It’s amazing that certain things are still around since we were kids!.
I was just admiring a lava lamp in a store. They look so fun. I didn’t realize that they have been around for 50 years! Wow!
My husband and I were talking a few weeks ago getting a lava lamp. I think they look so cool. I like the colors and it’s relaxing to the eyes. I need to get one:)
I have heard about lava lamps before! 50 years, wow that’s awesome. The lamps looks very trendy and i love the color changing pattern of these lamps, really cool. Makes me feel that I want one, lol!! 🙂
I have always loved lava lamps! They were really in when I was a kid (in the late 90’s and early 00’s. I remember them being one of the most standard decoration items in every teenage girl’s room (including mine!). I could stay hours looking at it, even waiting for it to warm up! This post brought me to my childhood!
That is cool in any home. I was at an appointment one day and they had that in the office. My daughter was a baby and she just kept looking at it and went to sleep. It was calming and relaxing.
I had no idea that they were originally called Astro Lamp! Neat to know!
I love the color combination you selected!
Lava Lamps are mesmerizing!
I recall chimneys. the old day indian lantern . we can recollect and redesign these old day things.