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product_id: 49204286
title: "Astro Lava Lamp in Silver | UK Inventors of The 1963 Design Classic | Violet & Red Lava Lamps Handmade in Britain to The Highest Safety Standards"
brand: "mathmos"
price: "€ 297.18"
currency: EUR
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reviews_count: 11
category: "Mathmos"
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# 35W halogen bulb 55+ years heritage Handmade in Britain Astro Lava Lamp in Silver | UK Inventors of The 1963 Design Classic | Violet & Red Lava Lamps Handmade in Britain to The Highest Safety Standards

**Brand:** mathmos
**Price:** € 297.18
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> ✨ Light up your space with a British classic that’s pure retro-cool!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Astro Lava Lamp in Silver | UK Inventors of The 1963 Design Classic | Violet & Red Lava Lamps Handmade in Britain to The Highest Safety Standards by mathmos
- **How much does it cost?** € 297.18 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.gr](https://www.desertcart.gr/products/49204286-astro-lava-lamp-in-silver-uk-inventors-of-the-1963)

## Best For

- mathmos enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted mathmos brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Long-lasting Glow:** Includes a custom 35W halogen bulb engineered for optimal heat and light distribution, ensuring up to 2000 hours of hypnotic motion.
- • **Timeless Retro Vibes:** Original 1963 design by lava lamp inventor Edward Craven Walker—own a piece of lighting history that sparks conversation and nostalgia.
- • **Perfect Warm-Up Ritual:** Takes just 1-3 hours to reach full lava flow magic—ideal for setting the mood during evening wind-downs or creative brainstorming sessions.
- • **Iconic British Craftsmanship:** Hand-spun polished aluminium base & cap for a sleek silver shine that stands out in any modern workspace or living room.
- • **Vibrant & Soothing Lava Flow:** Unique Mathmos formula delivers brighter, clearer violet & red lava that mesmerizes and elevates your ambient lighting game.

## Overview

The MATHMOS Astro Lava Lamp is the original 1963 lava lamp design, handmade in Britain with polished aluminium and a unique formula for vibrant violet and red lava. Featuring a custom 35W halogen bulb for optimal performance, it offers a mesmerizing lava flow after 1-3 hours of warm-up. With over 55 years of heritage and up to 2000 hours of bulb life, this lamp is a stylish, nostalgic centerpiece for any professional or creative environment.

## Description

MATHMOS Astro Lava Lamp in Silver | UK Inventors of The 1963 Design Classic | Violet & Red Lava Lamps Handmade in Britain to The Highest Safety Standards : desertcart.co.uk: Lighting

Review: Brilliant lamp - Just absolutely amazing once the lamp heats up and the wax inside works it's magic moving up and down majestically. I find it very captivating to watch and is a real feature in our living room especially when switched on when completely dark. A real talking point with guests who are instantly drawn to it with its vibrant colours. Would look good in a bedroom too. These lamps appeal to all ages especially children who are enthralled by it and find the floating blobs of wax very amusing. Handy that they come in a choice of colours to suit different preferences. Comes in three pieces - cap, actual lamp and stand. If moving lamp around, it will be far easier if you disassemble those parts first rather than run the risk of dropping and potentially damaging a part as they are not permanently fixed and just sit loosely on one another. Of a very sturdy construction that will ensure a long life. My parents have one that is 30 years old at least and is still going strong!! Well worth purchasing as an interesting focal point in any room!
Review: Beautiful - This is my first lava lamp, I decided to go for a brand with pedigree in making them and I’m very happy with it. It’s well made machined aluminium, quite heavy and looks classy. Some points to note though, the lamp is in three separate pieces the glass bottle just sits on the base and could easily be knocked/toppled so it won’t be suitable to keep within reach of pets/kids. It also gets very warm in use so touching it when on is not a good idea. It takes a few thermal cycles to really start giving the desired effect, but after the first few uses it seems to get up to speed more quickly and the colours and motions of the lava are very soothing to watch. It comes with two bulbs the first one only lasted for one use which was very disappointing but the second one has been working well with no issues. I’ve bought a couple of spare bulbs from another brand but matching the same electrical output as the originals as back up. MATHMOS bulbs are way too expensive for a consumable item. I think it’s important to allow the lamp to fully warm up when switched on and then fully cool after switching off to prolong both bulb life and improve the lava flow with repeated usage. I also think switching the unit with the inline cable switch is safer for the bulb than leaving the inline switch always on and switching on and off via the mains socket outlet. I’m sure that’s how I blew my first bulb. Some people have complained about the bubbles that are visible in the glass, there are some on mine but they are very small and you really have to be very close to the lamp to notice anything. With the lamp in a sensible location in normal use I think the effect of this lamp is beautiful. I have the blue/green colours and I really love the effect it gives. It’s very vibrant and the lava flow is slightly different every time you use it. It is an expensive item for what is basically a novelty lamp, but being make in the UK from quality materials and considering how beautiful it looks I can only say I am very happy with it and I would buy it again if required, with no hesitation.

## Features

- The first and original lava lamp designed by the founder of Mathmos and inventor of lava lamps; Edward Craven Walker in 1963
- Made in Britain for over 55 years; base and cap are hand spun and polished by British craftsmen who bring the top quality spun aluminium to a high silver shine
- Mathmos' unique lava lamp formula has brighter, clearer liquids, lasts longer than other lava lamps
- The halogen bulb (included and guaranteed for 1 year) is made specifically for use with Mathmos lava lamps to direct light and heat into the lava and away from the base
- Warm-up time is between 1 and 3 hours depending on the surrounding temperature

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0016YNIRQ |
| Average Life | 2000 Hours |
| Batteries Required? | No |
| Batteries included? | No |
| Best Sellers Rank | 2,810 in Lighting ( See Top 100 in Lighting ) 25 in Liquid Motion Lamps |
| Brand | MATHMOS |
| Cap Type | E14 |
| Colour | Violet/Red |
| Colour Temperature | 2700 Kelvin |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (1,876) |
| Date First Available | 31 Mar. 2008 |
| Finish types | Polished |
| Guaranteed software updates until | unknown |
| Included Components | Bulb |
| Item Weight | 2.95 kg |
| Item model number | ASTROVRUK |
| Light Direction | Halogen |
| Manufacturer | Mathmos |
| Material | Metal |
| Maximum Compatible Wattage | 40 Watts |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Number of Lights | 1 |
| Part Number | ASTROVRUK |
| Plug Format | G - Square plugs. British type. |
| Power and Plug Description | Corded Electric |
| Product Dimensions | 5.12 x 5.12 x 16.93 cm; 2.95 kg |
| Shade Colour | Violet/Red |
| Shade Material | Aluminium |
| Special features | Lava Effect |
| Specific Uses | Indoor use only |
| Start Up Time | 1-2 Hours |
| Style | Retro |
| Switch Installation Type | Tabletop |
| Switch Style | Toggle |
| Type of Bulb | Halogen |
| Voltage | 240 Volts |
| Warm Up Time | 1-3 Hours |
| Wattage | 35 Watts |

## Product Details

- **Base material:** Aluminium
- **Bulb base:** GU10
- **Finish type:** Polished
- **Item weight:** 2.95 Kilograms
- **Product dimensions:** 14D x 14W x 43H centimetres

## Images

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: How long can you leave the lava lamp on for?**
A: Hello, We recommend that you do not leave your lava lamp on for more than 6 hours. This is so your bottle doesn't overheat which will reduce the life span of the bottle - replacement parts, including bottles can be bought on our website or Amazon shop if your bottle does reach the end of its life... which is normally 2000 hours or 10 years.

**Q: what is the height of the Mathmos Astro lamp and what is the size of the Astro baby?**
A: Hello, The height of both the Astro and Astrobaby are 43 cm!Hope this helps!Mathmos Team

**Q: Are these really worth 5 times as much as the unbraded ones?**
A: Very much so, the build quality is much better plus the bottles stay clear and good for years. Not to mention you can buy replacement bottles for a fraction of the price... In contrast, once the cheap ones go cloudy (fairly quickly in comparison!), you have to throw the whole thing away!

**Q: Is this really £80**
A: Yes, Mathmos pride themselves on offering a superior quality to other lamps. With a unique formula and hand-spun metal components (not cheaply made plastic).

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Brilliant lamp
*by C***S on 4 January 2026*

Just absolutely amazing once the lamp heats up and the wax inside works it's magic moving up and down majestically. I find it very captivating to watch and is a real feature in our living room especially when switched on when completely dark. A real talking point with guests who are instantly drawn to it with its vibrant colours. Would look good in a bedroom too. These lamps appeal to all ages especially children who are enthralled by it and find the floating blobs of wax very amusing. Handy that they come in a choice of colours to suit different preferences. Comes in three pieces - cap, actual lamp and stand. If moving lamp around, it will be far easier if you disassemble those parts first rather than run the risk of dropping and potentially damaging a part as they are not permanently fixed and just sit loosely on one another. Of a very sturdy construction that will ensure a long life. My parents have one that is 30 years old at least and is still going strong!! Well worth purchasing as an interesting focal point in any room!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Beautiful
*by M***B on 8 February 2025*

This is my first lava lamp, I decided to go for a brand with pedigree in making them and I’m very happy with it. It’s well made machined aluminium, quite heavy and looks classy. Some points to note though, the lamp is in three separate pieces the glass bottle just sits on the base and could easily be knocked/toppled so it won’t be suitable to keep within reach of pets/kids. It also gets very warm in use so touching it when on is not a good idea. It takes a few thermal cycles to really start giving the desired effect, but after the first few uses it seems to get up to speed more quickly and the colours and motions of the lava are very soothing to watch. It comes with two bulbs the first one only lasted for one use which was very disappointing but the second one has been working well with no issues. I’ve bought a couple of spare bulbs from another brand but matching the same electrical output as the originals as back up. MATHMOS bulbs are way too expensive for a consumable item. I think it’s important to allow the lamp to fully warm up when switched on and then fully cool after switching off to prolong both bulb life and improve the lava flow with repeated usage. I also think switching the unit with the inline cable switch is safer for the bulb than leaving the inline switch always on and switching on and off via the mains socket outlet. I’m sure that’s how I blew my first bulb. Some people have complained about the bubbles that are visible in the glass, there are some on mine but they are very small and you really have to be very close to the lamp to notice anything. With the lamp in a sensible location in normal use I think the effect of this lamp is beautiful. I have the blue/green colours and I really love the effect it gives. It’s very vibrant and the lava flow is slightly different every time you use it. It is an expensive item for what is basically a novelty lamp, but being make in the UK from quality materials and considering how beautiful it looks I can only say I am very happy with it and I would buy it again if required, with no hesitation.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Beautiful Lamp with Classic Retro Charm
*by A***N on 2 July 2025*

I absolutely love my Mathmos lava lamp in purple and orange. It is such a beautiful piece and really brings a warm relaxing vibe to the room. The orange wax actually looks more like a reddy pink when it floats near the top which is a lovely surprise and gives it a nice contrast against the purple liquid. It takes about an hour to fully warm up but once it gets going the lava flows smoothly and is really soothing to watch. Perfect for winding down in the evening. The quality is excellent too. It feels really well made and the chrome base and cap look absolutely stunning. It has that classic retro look but still fits in nicely with modern decor. Overall I am so happy with it. It is a stylish calming addition to my space and I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a bit of atmosphere.

## Frequently Bought Together

- Mathmos Astro Lava Lamp The Original - Violet/Red
- DoRight 35W GU10 Halogen Bulbs - MR11 Halogen Mini GU10 Lava Lamp Light Bulb - 360lm Dimmable Reflector Bulb for Lava Lamps - 35MM Diameter - Warm White 2800K - 2 Pack

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*Last updated: 2026-01-26*