Whether you want to craft your own industrial lamp complete with metal decor (gears of course!) or you want to plunder a store (or have it delivered to you in a few days!) for a new or vintage light in a cage, we can all agree that a steampunk lamp is the best way to deliver more light to your already-stylish (filled with other Steampunk accessories!) house.
If you have been searching too and fro for the best Steampunk lamps and light fixtures for your living space, you have come to the right place! We have sailed the seven seas to find the highest-quality industrial-style lamps created for those who love the genre.
Steampunk Desk Lamps
“Come here, minion. Closer! I want to seeee you!” And that’s why you need a desk lamp. As soon as your underling comes near, trembling, with hat in hand, you suddenly point the light in his face and shout, “Where were you on the night of the 21st?!” Besides practical uses like that, a fine desk lamp makes the man or woman. Got your gauges? Got lots of metal pipes, u-bends, connectors, and things like that?
And most importantly, got your Edison lights, those long tube things? Then you’ve got the makings of a steampunk desk lamp. Put together the pipes like some twisty-turny thing, and maybe even enclose the filaments themselves in a wire cage to keep the electricity from leaking all over the place.
WIDE RIMMED DESK LAMP
This wide rimmed desk lamp is a perfect embodiment of the steampunk genre, with its high-quality iron construction and industrial water pipe design that brings a vintage flair to any room. Its robust and intricate craftsmanship ensures durability, while the bronze color adds an antique charm, making it an ideal decor piece for enthusiasts of the retro-industrial aesthetic. This lamp, requiring an E26 bulb, is not just a lighting fixture but a statement piece that adds personality and nostalgia to living rooms, kitchens, cafes, and more.
CLOCK LAMP
Dive into the world of steampunk with this clock lamp, a creative fusion of vintage design and modern craftsmanship. This lamp, featuring durable iron construction and a unique robot-like appearance with a clock, serves as both a functional light source and a distinctive piece of art. It’s an ideal addition to any space seeking to blend the old-fashioned with the whimsical, making it perfect for living rooms, cafes, or offices looking to add a touch of industrial charm and warm, ambient lighting.
Make sure that your desk lamps are precisely placed in order to give you enough light to work. While there are several uniquely designed steampunk lamps, they may not be efficient enough to meet your needs. That being said, if you have shelves above your desk or you can hang them in some fashion, you may be able to create a unique look that keeps you inspired throughout your workday.
Steampunk Table Lamps
The best way to make a table lamp is to take your desk lamp, walk it over to a table filled with books and other accouterments and with a grand gesture, sweep them all onto the floor. Now you have a clean table on which to put your steampunk lamp!
For more information about how to clear space for other types of lighting, your ship in a bottle, or other quality goods, check out my latest title, “The Eccentric’s Guide to Cleaning Industrial Spaces for Impeccable Powered Style,” (only available at a single London bookstore in the year 1908 – though it sold on 8 February, so for your best bet is to set your time machine to 7 February – unfortunately, I’ve misplaced the name of the shop… good luck!).
In all seriousness, if you have a drab wood table which that would be brightened (pun intended) with a quality industrial table lamp, you can find one for a smart price. Check out the two lovely specimens pictured below!
CAGE INDUSTRIAL LAMP
This lamp offers a minimalist yet classic industrial look with its metal cage frame, making it a perfect fit for steampunk-themed decor. With three-way dimmable touch control, it provides adjustable lighting to suit any mood, complemented by the included dimmable E26 LED bulb for steady, eye-comfort illumination. This lamp is not just practical but also serves as a fantastic decorative piece, ideal for those looking to add a vintage industrial touch to their living room, bedroom, or den.
EDISON DESK LAMP
Bring the industrial revolution to your bedside with this lamp, a steampunk metal pipe lamp that illuminates your space with a unique and fun aesthetic. Its cool design and dimmer switch for adjustable lighting make it a perfect blend of form and function, enhancing any nightstand, dresser, or study desk with a touch of steampunk decor. Valued for its appearance, quality, and the ambiance it creates, this lamp is a treasure for those captivated by the steampunk and industrial vibes.
Table lamps can not only serve the purpose of filling your area with light, but they can also act as a unique centerpiece for your next dinner party. Make sure to find a specimen that makes the perfect talking point for the other adventurers, inventors, puzzle-makers, and other eccentrics surrounding your table.
Some popular lamp features in an industrial table lamp are Edison bulbs, a sturdy wooden base, industrial styling (iron icons, vintage gears, or a cage-like fixture), and a quality bulb that looks as though it is also a period piece.
When you find the right industrial table lamp for your Steampunk space, you will likely earn awesome compliments from the other adventurers, inventors, and spacemen in your inner circle. You will all be able to spend your evenings huddled around the table, plotting your next scheme for world domination.
Steampunk Floor Lamps
Since steampunk lamps are invariably made of metal pipes, the base of the lamp must be able to hold that weight, so the perfect thing to use is, of course, a fire hydrant. On the off-chance, you don’t have one handy, a big, thick industrial cog will work. Or maybe even those metal things inside tires! What are they called? Rims! Next, start building up from the base with your pipes, adding little offshoots for the bulbs here and there. Where a table lamp only needs one or two lights, a floor lamp needs more. Three? Hahahaha! Four!! Five!!! Who knows?! (cackle, snort, maniacal laughter). And now a pressure gauge! Don’t be scared! Do it, you loveable rogue!
RUSTIC READING LAMP WITH PULLEY SYSTEM
This lamp introduces a unique steampunk decor element to any room with its rustic design and innovative pulley system. The blackened bronze finish and art deco style add a vintage industrial charm, while the adjustable and flexible pulley system allows for customizable lighting settings, making it both a functional reading lamp and a captivating sculpture. Ideal for living rooms, bedrooms, or offices, this lamp enhances the steampunk aesthetic with practicality and style.
FARMHOUSE STANDING LAMP
This lamp merges the elegance of steampunk design with functional lighting, featuring three birdcage hanging shades for a statement-making addition to any rustic or industrial decor. With stepless dimming and included LED bulbs, it offers customizable lighting to create a cozy ambiance, while its sturdy base and metal construction ensure durability and stability. This lamp is not just a lighting solution but a decorative masterpiece, perfect for enhancing the steampunk charm of living rooms, bedrooms, or offices.
The right floor lamp can give your room a rustic, industrial feel. You can fill your room with adequate light or simply give yourself enough to read your favorite steampunk novels. Regardless of your purposes, make sure to turn them out before climbing the ladder to your secret loft and heading to bed.
Steampunk Console Table Lamps
Be careful when placing your console table lamp. We all know that there is no space, so you may need to invent trappings to keep it perfectly balanced atop your stacked books and those quality maps you’ve drawn up for your neighborhood watch. Console tables are perfect for items that no longer clutter your desk, but you will need some lighting so that you can easily note down when Mrs. Jones next door takes out her trash (what better way is there to keep up with them than knowing their every move?).
CAGED TABLE LAMP
This lamp brings the intrigue of 19th-century industrial design to the modern day with its water piping vintage style, LED bulb, and USB charging ports. This lamp offers stepless dimming for versatile lighting options and a rotary switch for easy adjustments, making it both a practical and decorative piece. Its bronze color and bird wire cage shade add a distinctive touch to any space, serving as a perfect gift for steampunk enthusiasts or a statement piece for your own decor.
EDISON READING LAMP
Seaside Village’s Industrial Table Lamp encapsulates the steampunk ethos with its metal pipe design, USB charging port, and dimmable features, including a 6W LED bulb for warm, ambient lighting. The blend of gold color and black roughness enhances any bedroom, loft, or coffee house with a retro industrial charm. This lamp not only illuminates your space but also acts as a focal point of steampunk decor, marrying the old-world aesthetic with contemporary functionality.
Look for similar features to those quality lamps for your desk. Any steampunk table lamp made for console tables should have industrial styling that delivers the steampunk feel for which you are searching.
Steampunk Lamp Features You Should Look For
Whether you are looking for an industrial table lamp with a wooden base or you want a small desk lamp to light up your workspace, there are a few things you should consider when you are picking out a steampunk lamp for your home:
Light Bulb Style
As we all know, even though lighting companies perfected the bulb a century ago, they have modified them to make them replaceable. There is nothing worse than not being able to find the perfect bulb for your lamp. Before you purchase an awesome vintage lamp for your room, it is a good idea to know that you can replace the bulb in the future. Check out the style and quality of bulbs available for that specific steampunk lamp. If they are readily available for the right price, it may be the perfect lamp for you. Environmentally-conscious steampunk enthusiasts may also want a bulb that can also help save the planet!
House Style
Whether you plan to put the lamp in your bedroom or office, it is a good idea to make sure your lighting matches the rest of our overall steampunk-style home decor. Will it clash with the pictures on your wall? Will its features mix with other vintage decor surrounding it? Will it highlight a room and make it pop? If you have other industrial iron features in a room, try to find metal lamps that match both color and style. You should also try to match wood styles (if applicable).
Function
The best vintage lighting in your home should serve as more than a piece of decor. No matter how a table lamp may look in the center of your dining space, you will want to make sure you can easily switch the bulb on so that it can light up your life. Make sure the cord is long enough to where you want to place it (some vintage lamps may come with a short cord) and that its other features (such as being dimmable) meet your needs.
Price
The price of your industrial metal lamp is always important. After all, you wouldn’t want this expense to stand in the way of you going on your next adventure. If you are luck enough, you may find the perfect steampunk lamp for sale on Amazon or Etsy. You may even come across someone looking to sell their vintage steampunk-style lamp. And, of course, make sure that you find a product that is the perfect price for your pocketbook.