LAOPAO Hemp Rope Candle Warmer Lamp

Everything else in this range is glass. This one is rope: a shade woven by hand from hemp cord, held in a slim black steel frame. It is a completely different look — warmer and more textured, closer to a rattan pendant than to a table lamp — and it suits rooms with linen, wood and plants far better than a cut-glass shade does.

The weave has a practical side too. A glass shade radiates heat outward as well as downward; a woven fibre one insulates, so more of the heat goes where you want it, down onto the candle, and the outside of the shade stays more comfortable to be near. It also means the light escapes as a scatter of small points through the weave rather than as a wash.

It is the only lamp we sell that packs away. The frame folds and the shade lifts off, so if you are the sort of person who puts the candles away in April and gets them out in October, this one goes in the cupboard flat instead of taking up a shelf all summer. It also makes it the easiest to take to a holiday cottage.

Controls are on an in-line handset: one-touch power, four brightness levels on short presses and stepless dimming if you hold the button, plus a timer of 1, 2 or 4 hours. Those are shorter presets than most lamps offer — fine for an evening in one room, less suited to running a candle all night, so if overnight scenting is what you want, one of our 8-hour lamps is the better choice.

Brand	LAOPAO
Shade	Handwoven hemp rope, detachable
Frame and base	Black steel, foldable
Base size	Approx. 17.3 x 17.3 cm
Bulbs	2 x 50 W included
Timer	1, 2 or 4 hours with automatic shut-off
Brightness	Four levels, with stepless dimming on a long press
Storage	Folds flat; shade detaches
Weight	Approx. 1.1 kg
Power	Mains powered, in-line controller on the cable
Use	For warming scented candles and wax melts — not for general lighting

Is a rope shade safe above a hot bulb?

It is designed for it — the weave sits away from the bulb and hemp is used precisely because it insulates rather than conducting heat. As with any warmer, keep it clear of curtains and other fabric, and let it cool before handling.

Does the woven shade block the light?

It scatters it. Light escapes through the gaps in the weave as a pattern of small points rather than a smooth glow, which is softer than glass and rather more atmospheric in a dark room.

Why would I want a shade that insulates?

More of the bulb's heat goes downward onto the candle instead of radiating out through the shade, and the outside of the shade stays more comfortable to be near than hot glass.

How does the folding work?

The shade lifts off and the steel frame collapses, so the lamp packs flat rather than needing a shelf all year. It is the only lamp in our range that does this.

Why is the timer only up to 4 hours?

That is what this model offers — 1, 2 or 4 hours. It suits an evening in one room. If you want a candle scenting a bedroom all night, choose one of our lamps with an 8-hour setting instead.

What is the difference between the four levels and stepless dimming?

A short press steps between the four preset levels; holding the button slides smoothly through the whole range so you can stop anywhere in between.

How does a candle warmer lamp work?

A warm bulb above the candle melts the surface of the wax. The fragrance lifts out of that pool into the room, the wick is never lit, and the wax sets flat again when you switch off.

Does the candle get used up?

Very slowly. Nothing is burned away, so the wax stays in the jar and what you lose over time is fragrance.

Will my candle fit?

Standard and medium jar candles, tins and dishes of wax melts all work. For very large three-wick tubs, one of our lamps with 17 cm of clearance is the safer choice.

Can I clean the rope shade?

Dust only — a soft dry brush, or a vacuum on its lowest setting held slightly away from the weave. Never wet it: hemp rope stains and can distort as it dries.

Will it smell of hemp?

There can be a faint natural fibre smell for the first hour or two of use, which fades. After that the only thing you should smell is the candle.

Is it safe around children and pets?

It removes the open flame, which is the usual reason people switch, but the shade and bulb area get hot in use. Keep it out of reach and let it cool before folding or moving it.

Are bulbs included?

Yes, two 50 W bulbs come in the box, so there is a spare from the start.

Is the LAOPAO a good gift for boho or Scandi homes?

Yes. The handwoven hemp rope shade suits boho, Scandi, coastal and natural interiors — a unique Christmas, birthday or housewarming gift.

Does the rope shade get hot?

The hemp rope insulates better than glass, so the outer surface stays cooler. Still handle it carefully while it is on.

Which candles pair best?

Soft scented, slow melting candles in natural scents — linen, sandalwood, fig, sea salt — complement the woven look.

Does it come with a UK plug?

It runs on standard UK mains. Where the supplier confirms the plug type we state it on the listing; if it is not shown, message us before ordering and we will confirm what your unit ships with.

Does it work with wax melts?

Yes. Put them in a shallow heatproof dish so the bulb sits close — no tealight is needed underneath.

Do you deliver, and how long does it take?

Yes, across the UK. Delivery estimates and options are shown at checkout before you pay.

What are the delivery costs?

At £45.99 this lamp is over our £35 free-delivery threshold, so UK delivery is free.

Can I return it if it does not suit me?

Yes, in line with our returns policy. Keep the packaging if you can — and please return the shade unmarked, since woven fibre shows handling more than glass.

Does it come with a warranty?

A specific warranty length is not confirmed in our product record, so we will not quote one. Your statutory rights apply, and you can ask us before buying.

Free UK mainland delivery on all orders over £35. Standard delivery £3.95 for smaller orders. Dispatched within 1–3 working days.

Please see our returns policy for full details.