What sizes do lava lamps come in?
Lava Lite lamps in our range come in three sizes: 11.5 inch with a 12 oz globe, 14.5 inch with 20 oz and 16.3 inch with 52 oz. The 14.5 inch is the classic and by far the widest choice of colors.
11.5 in12 oz · 15 W
14.5 in20 oz · 25 W
16.3 in52 oz · 40 W
| Size | Glass globe | Footprint and height | Weight | Bulb | In our range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11.5 inch | 12 oz | 2.5 x 2.5 x 11.5 in | 1.6 lb | 15 W | 1 lamp |
| 14.5 inch | 20 oz | 3.9 x 3.9 x 14.5 in | 3.2 lb | 25 W | 25 lamps |
| 16.3 inch | 52 oz | 5.9 x 5.9 x 16.3 in | 5.4 lb | 40 W | 2 lamps |
Which is bigger, a 16.3 inch or a 17 inch lava lamp?
The 17 inch lamp is taller, but the 16.3 inch lamp is bigger where it counts: its globe holds 52 oz against 32 oz. The 16.3 inch is the wide one, 5.9 inches across against 4.5.
How much space does a 14.5 inch lava lamp need?
A circle 3.9 inches across and 14.5 inches of height: the lamp weighs 3.2 lb and stands on a base about the size of a coffee mug. Leave a hand of clear space around it, since the globe runs hot.
Sources
Sizes and weights are the same for every lamp in a series. Measure your shelf before you buy, and leave room above the cap.
- Schylling Inc.: LAVA Lamp Instruction Manual, series 1900 to 8000. Read 2 October 2026.
