The first and original lava lamp, designed by Edward Craven Walker, founder of Mathmos and the inventor of lava lamps.
The first and original lava lamp was designed by the founder of Mathmos and inventor of lava lamps; Edward Craven Walker. The Mathmos Astro was launched in 1963, it became a symbol of the swinging 60s and has been in continuous British production ever since.
Replacement parts for this pop design classic, including long-lasting halogen bulbs, are available from Mathmos on an ongoing basis for products bought today or vintage products purchased from the 1960s right through to today.
NB. The Mathmos brand will either appear printed on the base or as a brand label on the flex.
We take pride in the fact that the Astro lava lamp has been in continuous production in England since its invention in 1963. Our long experience, our heritage and the superior quality of our overall product are what separates a Mathmos lava lamp from others.
We fill every bottle by hand with our unique Mathmos formula. This gives our lamps the best shape lava formations, the clearest liquids and the longest bottle life. The Astro base and cap is spun by skilled British craftsmen. Each product is individually inspected and tested to ensure that a Mathmos lava lamp is of the best quality in the world. Mathmos Astro is tested by Nemko to the relevant safety standard EN 60598-2-4.