Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about our design and process.
Every Vitalieu lamp begins with a story. Our designers study architecture, nature, science, and cultural symbols to create pieces that feel meaningful, not generic. Each model goes through multiple iterations of form, light behavior, structural integrity, and printability. Our goal is simple: designs that look sculptural during the day and transform beautifully when lit at night.
All lamps are 3D printed in a controlled production workflow using high-quality print farms equipped with large-format professional printers. These farms specialize in premium resin printing and operate with strict calibration and environmental controls. Every print is inspected for layer consistency, surface finish, and structural integrity before moving to post-processing.
We primarily use industrial-grade resin 3D printers known for exceptional detail, smooth surfaces, and accurate light diffusion. The resins we select are high-strength, low-shrinkage materials that enhance both durability and the final luminous effect. This combination allows each lamp to maintain its crisp geometry while still glowing softly and evenly.
Yes, we partner with specialized print farms that operate large resin printers and maintain strict quality protocols. Before onboarding any partner, we run test batches, measure dimensional accuracy, evaluate surface smoothness, and review their post-processing workflow. Every batch is printed using our verified settings, ensuring consistent results across all partners.
Each lamp is printed layer-by-layer using UV-cured photopolymer resin. After printing, the part goes through washing, precision curing, sanding, and surface refinement. These steps remove micro-imperfections and bring out the smooth, matte glow that Vitalieu lamps are known for. The entire process is optimized to preserve fine details and diffusion quality.
After printing, each lamp is cleaned in an industrial resin wash, fully UV-cured, lightly hand-sanded, and refined for uniform texture. Depending on the model, a protective finishing coat may be applied to enhance durability and help diffuse light more evenly. Only lamps that pass our visual and structural checks move to packaging.
We use stable engineering-grade resins that resist warping and discoloration over time. Our printers run calibrated exposure settings, ensuring consistent color and translucency across batches. Structural tests are performed on new designs to verify long-term reliability. Every lamp is inspected manually before shipping to ensure it meets our quality standards.
Yes, every Vitalieu lamp is made to order. This ensures fresh prints, consistent quality, and zero storage degradation. Production typically takes 4 to 6 days, including post-processing and quality checks. Delivery times vary by country, but most orders to the USA arrive within 7 to 14 days after dispatch. Other regions follow similar timelines.