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Sputnik ceiling lights — new from Practical Props

pam kueber - Updated: November 9, 2020

Retro Renovation stopped publishing in 2021; these stories remain for historical information, as potential continued resources, and for archival purposes.

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Do you love sputnik lights but don’t have the room for the classic, a big pendant chandelier? Good news: Practical Props has just introduced a Sputnik ceiling light — they call it the “Starlight” — and it drops just 4″ from the ceiling. I could definitely see this wee sputnik fitting nicely in hallways, mudrooms, small bathrooms — even small bedrooms. And, the price is terrific — just $79, including the bulbs.

And howdy hudee: Come back tomorrow, because Practical Props will be hosting a giveaway!

small sputnik lightsputnik ceiling lightThere are two finishes, chrome and satin brass. More details from Practical Props’ website:

The CF-11 Sputnik is designed to be used as a wall sconce or a ceiling fixture.
Perfect for hallways, bathrooms or any small area.
This light comes with your choice of 10, 15 or 20 watt clear or white round bulbs.
Add $10 for 7 watt Starlight bulbs.

Like Practical Props’ other lighting, these lights are made by them in their California studios.

sputnik lights

Don’t forget, we also are googly-eyed over Practical Props’ growing selection of Sputnik lights — surely the largest variety in the galaxy!

Where to buy the new CF-11 Sputnik lights:

  • The Practical Props website

Note: Practical Props is on our waiting list to advertise on the blog;
but, this story was not part of any sort of “deal”.
You can read more about how we make money here.

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  1. Cynthia says

    November 6, 2015 at 9:23 am

    Fly Me to the Moon and Let Me Play Among the Sputnik Ceiling Lights! Yes, please, I’d like to win one of those beauties!

  2. Judy H. says

    November 5, 2015 at 8:37 pm

    These sputnik flush mounts are the best! I’ve got 2 rooms where I’d love to put one. Now that I’ve seen them, I’ll probably HAVE to, they will be stuck in my mind forever!

  3. Carolyn says

    November 5, 2015 at 3:55 pm

    I only did a one-query search on your site and then the ‘net and found only one article of history/background on Sputnik lights. Can you give a little story or link about how they came about, when-ish ( I know 1957 was when Sputnik was launched but when were the light fixtures launched?), any ads…?

  4. Jay says

    November 5, 2015 at 2:15 pm

    Very nice, one of these days I will order a regular one for the dining room. Always interested in their products and I believe in supporting small businesses.

  5. Sally says

    November 5, 2015 at 12:35 pm

    So much better than the boob lights in our current house.

  6. Mary Elizabeth says

    November 5, 2015 at 10:30 am

    Lovely! And I was thinking how good the light would be in one of those modest ranches (like mine) with ceilings that are just under 8 feet high. My 6 foot plus brother bumps into any pendant light or fan that is not positioned over a bed or table.

    • linda h says

      November 5, 2015 at 12:00 pm

      Aha! My husband has broken both globes in the hallway. Maybe these would fit closer to the ceiling and not get broken.

  7. Brooke says

    November 5, 2015 at 10:16 am

    I was thinking of using the 20″ or 24″ sconce as a ceiling light but I wonder if it’s not recommended if they’ve come out with this new light as a specific cieling light. I don’t think this one would be big enough/give off enough light for my whole kitchen. I guess I could contact them and ask if those could be used as ceiling lights.

    http://www.practicalprops.com/sales/images/sputniks/1224chsc.jpg

    http://www.practicalprops.com/sales/images/sputniks/1020chsc.jpg

    • pam kueber says

      November 5, 2015 at 10:18 am

      yes, call them

      yes, the wattage needs to be studied depending on what your functional requirement is

    • sherree says

      November 5, 2015 at 11:17 am

      Brooke, I purchased 3 of the 20 inch “sconce” sputniks and used them as ceiling fixtures in my kitchen. They look great and give off plenty of light!

      • Brooke says

        November 5, 2015 at 6:11 pm

        Thanks Sherree! I bet the 3 look spectacular 🙂 I only have 1 ceiling light location in the kitchen though, do you think 1 would be bright enough? Could I bother you for a picture? I can leave an email address for you if you don’t have any way to link a photo

  8. Tom says

    November 5, 2015 at 9:46 am

    Love this store! I stop in here to look at their cool vintage lighting, they’re sales people are very nice too! Small independent shop packed with amazing lights!

  9. Jeneta says

    November 5, 2015 at 9:14 am

    Beautiful works of art! So cool, you can put these anywhere.

  10. linda h says

    November 5, 2015 at 8:16 am

    I had seen these and was thinking of putting one above my kitchen sink.

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