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product_id: 2601352
title: "the Original 16.3-Inch Silver Base Lamp with Yellow Wax in Purple Liquid, Yellow / Purple / Silver"
brand: "lava"
price: "€ 149.65"
currency: EUR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "Lava"
url: https://www.desertcart.it/products/2601352-the-original-16-3-inch-silver-base-lamp-with-yellow
store_origin: IT
region: Italy
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# purple liquid for soothing glow 52 oz vibrant yellow wax hand-spun silver aluminum base the Original 16.3-Inch Silver Base Lamp with Yellow Wax in Purple Liquid, Yellow / Purple / Silver

**Brand:** lava
**Price:** € 149.65
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🕯️ Ignite your space with flowing color and timeless style!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** the Original 16.3-Inch Silver Base Lamp with Yellow Wax in Purple Liquid, Yellow / Purple / Silver by lava
- **How much does it cost?** € 149.65 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.it](https://www.desertcart.it/products/2601352-the-original-16-3-inch-silver-base-lamp-with-yellow)

## Best For

- lava enthusiasts

## Why This Product

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

## Key Features

- • **Iconic Retro Vibes:** Own a piece of lighting history with a design trusted and loved for over 50 years, blending nostalgia with contemporary style.
- • **Mesmerizing Motion Art:** Watch yellow wax blobs flow and collide in a 52-ounce purple liquid globe, creating a hypnotic ambiance.
- • **Effortless Ambient Upgrade:** Touch control and plug-in convenience make it the perfect statement piece for millennial professionals craving unique decor.
- • **Sleek Silver Aluminum Base:** Hand-spun, durable aluminum base and cap add a modern, art deco flair to your workspace or living room.
- • **Soft, Relaxing Illumination:** Includes energy-efficient 40W incandescent bulb for warm, mood-setting light that plugs into any standard outlet.

## Overview

The Original 16.3-Inch Silver Base Lava Lamp features 52 ounces of vibrant yellow wax suspended in purple liquid, housed in a hand-spun silver aluminum base. Powered by a 40-watt incandescent bulb and designed for standard 120V outlets, it delivers a soothing, dynamic light show that doubles as a stylish art deco accent. Perfect for indoor use, this iconic lamp blends retro charm with modern energy efficiency, making it a must-have ambient lighting piece for any contemporary professional’s space.

## Description

The Lava the Original 16.3-Inch Silver Base Lamp with Yellow Wax in Purple Liquid brings the drama of motion and the beauty of soft colored light into your very own space. Watch the yellow blobs suspended in purple liquid collide, flow, and split apart as they ooze their way up, down, and around the glass globe of this large 52-Ounce Lava the Original lamp. A hand-spun silver aluminum base and cap make this lamp truly unique. There’s more lava motion to love in this BIG version of the timeless Lava the Original lamp. For over fifty years, the iconic Lava the Original brand has been the pioneer in novelty and conventional lighting products, and today it stands as one of the most recognized, trusted, and beloved brands of all time. At Lava the Original, our commitments to pursuing the latest fashion trends, cutting-edge technology, and unsurpassed quality ensure that we continue to intrigue our older fans while enticing the younger generation with our exciting new product lines. So whether you are six or sixty, we have a Lava the Original lamp product just right for setting the mood of your life.

Review: Waited 3 months to plug it in - In case it makes a difference, after reading all these reviews, all I wanted to do was keep it still for a long time after it was shipped, hopefully to recombine anything that may have separated. It ended up being 3 months. And I hadn't taken it out of the box first, so I don't know if the fluid was cloudy. In any case, it works wonderfully and now the fluid is clear. It's been plugged in about 5 hours now - it took 1 hr. to begin moving and didn't really start flowing well until 3 1/2 hrs. Very beautiful colors. Looks great against our cream-colored wall. I'm so glad I purchased the bigger lamp. The larger volume allows more flowing shapes and color gradation. The yellow-orange color, shaded with red, at the bottom really looks like lava and also the cooler reddish-purplish colors at the top. Very pleased with it. I hope you have the same experience. Good luck! UPDATE: 3 months later. The flow does take a while, couple of times using the lamp and cooling it completely, to get going really well. But I really liked it then. Connected flow, very soothing and smooth. Unfortunately, after a couple of weeks of daily use, the flow separated into the globs seen in the pictures. So it's not as neat-looking or soothing. Also, a small piece has permanently split off and always floats to the top, preventing proper temperature flow for it to work best. I've followed tips posted here to gently twist the COLD lamp back and forth while keeping it firmly on the table so that the circular motion bumps the hard quarter-sized wax back down and where it can heat up with the rest of the wax. But alas, it doesn't mix back in and as soon as the wax begins flowing again, it floats right back up to the top, covering the surface of the liquid, impeding proper flow. But it's still a nice lamp and the rest of it is working well..
Review: Works well with proper care, mesmerizing at a great price! - I ordered this for my daughter for Christmas because for some reason, she saw a picture of a lava lamp and really wanted one. Now you could spend up for a Mathmos and go through the trouble to import one in from the UK but I'm telling you you really don't need to. Bottom line is this unit is offered at a nice price, is attractive, and functions exactly as advertised and hoped given the really simple care it requires. First of all, the liquid was crystal clear. The issues with the cloudy salt water seems to have much decreased over the last few years. And liquid and wax colors are quite vibrant. Second, if you give it sufficient time to heat up, it'll work just like you hope. That said, there are a couple of important points to remember. 1. Don't shake the bottle at any time, whether the wax is cold and solid or melted and flowing. If you shake it cold, the puck or pieces will leave waxy marks on the inside of the bottle. Shaken hot, you'll make a million little wax droplets. Neither situation is fatal. If you have wax marks, simply wait for the wax to melt then gently tip the bottle over and roll it slowly so the melted wax blob picks up these marks. Give it a moment to do so. If shaken hot, just let the lamp run and in 30 minutes or so, all the small droplets will have coalesced back into the main blob. 2. If there is cold wax stuck at the top of the bottle that simply won't get warm enough to melt and combine with the main blob, use a heat gun set at around 70% (same setting you would use to shrink wrap or window film) to warm the bottle wall at the neck near the cap to get it to melt and drip down. Go slowly and be gentle. This will clear every last drop of wax to join with the big blob. I have not tested it running for more than 5 or 6 hours but in that time frame, it is truly delightful. As good as goldfish.

## Features

- Yellow Wax in purple liquid
- Provides relaxing, soft light
- Silver aluminum base and cap
- 40-Watt light bulb included
- Plugs into a standard 120-Volt wall power outlet

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B001MWSVP6 |
| Additional Features | night light |
| Age Range Description | Adult |
| Base Diameter | 6 Inches |
| Base Material | Aluminum |
| Best Sellers Rank | #422,173 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #137 in Liquid Motion Lamps |
| Brand Name | Lava |
| Bulb Base | E26 |
| Bulb Shape Size | A19 |
| Color | Yellow / Purple / Silver |
| Connectivity Technology | Normal bulb |
| Control Method | Touch |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 5,614 Reviews |
| Efficiency | Energy efficient, uses 40-Watt light bulb, 120-Volt power outlet |
| Finish Type | Purple |
| Finish Types | Purple |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00047162052256 |
| Included Components | Bulb |
| Indoor Outdoor Usage | Indoor |
| Installation Type | cap |
| Is Product Cordless | No |
| Is Waterproof | False |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 6.1"D x 6.1"W x 18.9"H |
| Item Type Name | LAVA LAMP |
| Lamp Type | Floor Lamp |
| Light Source Type | Incandescent |
| Lighting Method | Incandescent |
| Manufacturer | Schylling |
| Manufacturer Warranty Description | 90 day warranty. |
| Material Type | Aluminum |
| Model Number | 5225 |
| Mounting Type | Wall Mount |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Number of Light Sources | 1 |
| Number of Pieces | 1 |
| Power Source | Corded Electric |
| Product Dimensions | 6.1"D x 6.1"W x 18.9"H |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Lava Lamp |
| Room Type | Living Room |
| Shade Color | Purple |
| Shade Height | 46 Centimeters |
| Shade Material | Aluminum |
| Shape | Bulb |
| Specific Uses For Product | Decoration |
| Style Name | Art Deco |
| Switch Type | Touch |
| UPC | 047162052256 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |
| Wattage | 40 watts |

## Product Details

- **Base Material:** Aluminum
- **Bulb Base:** E26
- **Finish Type:** Purple
- **Lamp Type:** Floor Lamp
- **Product Dimensions:** 6.1"D x 6.1"W x 18.9"H

## Images

![the Original 16.3-Inch Silver Base Lamp with Yellow Wax in Purple Liquid, Yellow / Purple / Silver - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51xegLPcNGL.jpg)
![the Original 16.3-Inch Silver Base Lamp with Yellow Wax in Purple Liquid, Yellow / Purple / Silver - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61XcZ1c3EqL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: My lava lamp worked for one day.  Now lava just sits in the bottom like a hockey puck.  What a rip off.  Does anybody know where to buy ones that work**
A: Your lava lamp isn't heating enough. Swap the bulb out for a flat reflector style bulb thats 40watts or the maximum of the lamp. And make sure there are no drafts in the location it is at. 
Mine had issues with just a ceiling fan on low. 

Also I’d recommend a dimmer at some point so that when your lava lamp overheats you can cut the power back to keep it flowing. 

Also readers please don’t follow the instructions to shake your lamp vigorously like one of the answers suggests. You'll end up with a very cloudy lamp for months and likely have to change the water.

**Q: Would this work with 220 volt (to be used in another country)?**
A: Yes. European bulbs have the same base as American bulbs. Put in a 220 bulb of similar wattage and stick on a plug adapter. I've been doing that for the last 30 years

**Q: My lamp arrived cloudy.  What should I do?**
A: Mine was cloudy too, but unlike the other 2 responders, after approximately 5 hours, it cleared and looked amazing.  We may have been lucky though, I read some poor reviews of this lamp.

**Q: The light bulb that came with my lamp is so big, the glass part won't sit fully in the base, it's sitting directly on the light bulb. Is this normal?**
A: After seeing the other answers...  Yes, it does sit on the bulb.  Really, the bulb height and the base are supposed to work out so that the bulb is just barely in contact with the globe at the same time the globe contacts the base.  There might be a small gap since bulbs are made of glass and will have some variability in diameter.  Also consider the possibility of height varying depending on the bulb manufacturer.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Waited 3 months to plug it in
*by T***A on February 16, 2013*

In case it makes a difference, after reading all these reviews, all I wanted to do was keep it still for a long time after it was shipped, hopefully to recombine anything that may have separated. It ended up being 3 months. And I hadn't taken it out of the box first, so I don't know if the fluid was cloudy. In any case, it works wonderfully and now the fluid is clear. It's been plugged in about 5 hours now - it took 1 hr. to begin moving and didn't really start flowing well until 3 1/2 hrs. Very beautiful colors. Looks great against our cream-colored wall. I'm so glad I purchased the bigger lamp. The larger volume allows more flowing shapes and color gradation. The yellow-orange color, shaded with red, at the bottom really looks like lava and also the cooler reddish-purplish colors at the top. Very pleased with it. I hope you have the same experience. Good luck! UPDATE: 3 months later. The flow does take a while, couple of times using the lamp and cooling it completely, to get going really well. But I really liked it then. Connected flow, very soothing and smooth. Unfortunately, after a couple of weeks of daily use, the flow separated into the globs seen in the pictures. So it's not as neat-looking or soothing. Also, a small piece has permanently split off and always floats to the top, preventing proper temperature flow for it to work best. I've followed tips posted here to gently twist the COLD lamp back and forth while keeping it firmly on the table so that the circular motion bumps the hard quarter-sized wax back down and where it can heat up with the rest of the wax. But alas, it doesn't mix back in and as soon as the wax begins flowing again, it floats right back up to the top, covering the surface of the liquid, impeding proper flow. But it's still a nice lamp and the rest of it is working well..

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Works well with proper care, mesmerizing at a great price!
*by G***G on December 20, 2013*

I ordered this for my daughter for Christmas because for some reason, she saw a picture of a lava lamp and really wanted one. Now you could spend up for a Mathmos and go through the trouble to import one in from the UK but I'm telling you you really don't need to. Bottom line is this unit is offered at a nice price, is attractive, and functions exactly as advertised and hoped given the really simple care it requires. First of all, the liquid was crystal clear. The issues with the cloudy salt water seems to have much decreased over the last few years. And liquid and wax colors are quite vibrant. Second, if you give it sufficient time to heat up, it'll work just like you hope. That said, there are a couple of important points to remember. 1. Don't shake the bottle at any time, whether the wax is cold and solid or melted and flowing. If you shake it cold, the puck or pieces will leave waxy marks on the inside of the bottle. Shaken hot, you'll make a million little wax droplets. Neither situation is fatal. If you have wax marks, simply wait for the wax to melt then gently tip the bottle over and roll it slowly so the melted wax blob picks up these marks. Give it a moment to do so. If shaken hot, just let the lamp run and in 30 minutes or so, all the small droplets will have coalesced back into the main blob. 2. If there is cold wax stuck at the top of the bottle that simply won't get warm enough to melt and combine with the main blob, use a heat gun set at around 70% (same setting you would use to shrink wrap or window film) to warm the bottle wall at the neck near the cap to get it to melt and drip down. Go slowly and be gentle. This will clear every last drop of wax to join with the big blob. I have not tested it running for more than 5 or 6 hours but in that time frame, it is truly delightful. As good as goldfish.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Enjoyable
*by Z***. on May 1, 2019*

Guess I got lucky on this. My lamp is clear and the bubbles form and move how they should. I didn't need to change the bulb or anything else. Just plugged it in, waited, and it works great. It does take a few hours, especially the first time. But lava lamps have always taken time to get going. I haven't had to replace the lightbulb, but they are inexpensive and should last awhile anyway. You can get the right bulb at a hardware store or just order online. I would suggest the hardware store however. I don't know the life on these, but I've read they're typically 2000 hour use. You can use them after that of course but it will be cloudy and not work as well. The lightbulbs should last about 1000 hours. So 1 replacement should be all you need and then very likely when it dies you just throw it out. The problem with lava lamps is you have to replace the container, I guess that's a reason they lost popularity. I've liked these since I was a child and I visited my cousin who had one. I couldn't afford one back then and hadn't gotten a chance to get one until now. For me it's nice and relaxing. I would warn on the price however. They should only be $30 for the 16.3 oz. And only $20 for the 14.5. This is regardless of the color combination. It's probably a good idea to just get it off the lavalamp site if there is price gouging here. They should also be available at Walmart and Target.

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