Astronaut Sunset Projector Lamp

A sunset lamp works differently from an ordinary lamp. Instead of lighting a room from a shade, it projects a pool of colored light onto a wall or ceiling, so the light itself becomes the decoration. The effect is soft, atmospheric and surprisingly calming, which is why sunset lamps have found their way into bedrooms, studios and living rooms everywhere.

The Astronaut Sunset Projector Lamp adds a playful twist. A small astronaut figure sits at the base, so the lamp is a piece of space themed decor even when it is switched off. Turned on, it casts a glowing gradient across the wall or ceiling in seven changeable colors, and the projection angle adjusts so the glow lands where you want it. It is about 7.9 inches tall and runs from USB.

What makes the astronaut sunset lamp stand out

The astronaut gives it personality. Most sunset lamps are plain stands with a lens on top. This one pairs the projector with a small astronaut silhouette at the base, which makes it a desk accessory, a shelf ornament and a light source all at once. It is as much at home in a child's space themed bedroom as on an adult's desk.

The adjustable projection angle matters more than it sounds. A fixed lamp spreads its glow wherever it happens to point. Here you can tilt the projection so the light falls on a clear patch of wall, over the bed or across the ceiling, rather than onto a cluttered shelf.

Seven colors let the mood change with the moment. A warm sunset tone suits winding down in the evening, while cooler colors feel more like the space theme of the astronaut itself. Switching between them turns the same room into a different place.

USB power keeps it simple. Any standard USB charger will run it, so it can sit on a desk beside a computer, on a bedside table near a phone charger or on a shelf with a USB port nearby.

Its small size also makes it easy to move. It can sit on a desk during the day, move to a bedside table at night and come out for a movie evening in the living room, since all it needs is a USB power source within reach of the cable.

Where it looks best, room by room

• Children's bedrooms. A space themed night light with a soft glow.
• Teen rooms. A colorful projected backdrop behind a bed or desk.
• Home offices. A desk accessory for anyone who loves space themed decor.
• Living rooms. A warm sunset wash on a plain wall for movie nights.
• Nurseries. A gentle glow on the ceiling during late night feeds.

It suits modern, playful and minimalist rooms best, anywhere there is a clear stretch of wall or ceiling for the projection to land on.

Choosing the size and placement

The lamp stands about 7.9 inches tall on a base about 3.9 inches across, and the USB cable is about 39.4 inches long. The Dimensions section above lists the measurements. That small footprint fits on a bedside table, a desk or a narrow shelf.

A few guidelines help:

• Aim it at a plain wall or the ceiling rather than a busy shelf.
• Move it further from the wall for a wider, softer pool of light, and closer for a tighter, stronger one.
• Turn the room lights down, since the effect washes out under bright light.
• Plan for a USB port or outlet within about 39.4 inches of where it sits.
• In a child's room, route the cable where small hands cannot pull it.

A wall adapter is not included, so if the lamp will sit away from a computer, use a standard USB charger plugged into the wall.

For the strongest effect, try the lamp at a few distances from the wall on the first evening. Once you find the spot where the glow looks best, it is worth keeping the lamp there so the projection lands in the same place every night.

Layering it with other lighting

A sunset lamp is a mood layer, not a reading light. It colors the room and sets the atmosphere, but it will not light a book or a desk. Pair it with a table lamp or a desk lamp for tasks, then switch that off and let the projection take over when it is time to relax.

Browse the sunset lamps collection for other projection styles, or the night lights collection for a softer glow in a child's room.

In a bedroom, the astronaut lamp and a warm bedside lamp work well together: one for reading, the other for the last few minutes before sleep.

In a living room, a sunset glow on the wall behind a television or a sofa softens the room for a film night without the glare of an overhead light.

Is the astronaut sunset lamp right for your space?

This lamp is a strong fit if you:

• Love space themed decor, or have a child who does.
• Want a projected glow on a wall or ceiling rather than a lamp shade.
• Like being able to switch between seven colors.
• Have a USB charger or port near where it will sit.

It is not the right choice if you need bright light to read or work by, or if the room has no clear wall or ceiling to project onto. For those, a table lamp or a desk lamp will suit better.

Every order ships free across the US and most arrive in 6 to 9 business days. Unused items in their original packaging can be returned within 30 days of delivery, and questions about the lamp are answered at info@norafurnish.com.