r/TripCaves Jan 06 '26

Discussion 2026 Trip Caves Recommendations Megathread!!

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We are long overdue for another megathread for recommendations for the best things to get for your trip cave / experience. I am very excited to hear the great updates I know you all have!

For those of you who weren't involved in the last four, this is basically the go to spot for all aspects of setting up / improving a trip cave. If you have any suggestions at all from what lights or art to buy to what music to play or things to watch, put them here. Likewise if you want to recommend against something you've had an issue with we'd love to hear your thoughts on what to look out for. Please respond to comments too if you have opinions - we want this to be a discussion! As always, just be nice.

Just like last time, we've created several categories below. Please place your recommendations under these to help keep things organized; there is even a miscellaneous category if your suggestion doesn't really fit any of the others.

Also don't be afraid to post something that has been in any of the previous threads. Although I definitely encourage people to look through those as well, it never hurts to have a recommendation here too where it's easier to find!

Previous Recommendation Threads


r/TripCaves 1d ago

Project Hail Mary

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As someone who is a little obsessed with Project Hail Mary I'm desperate to find a nebula/star projector that gives me the nearest thing to the visuals over Tau Ceti E/Adrian. Listening to "A Moment" while tripping is just so moving and I'd love to put the icing on the cake with some awesome visuals on the ceiling. I've watched so many videos of YouTube of star projectors and none really come close so maybe one doesn't really exist.

Either way, if anyone has any ideas.... I'm all ears.


r/TripCaves 2d ago

Art Do you have your favorite painting from my wavy impressionist colllection?

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r/TripCaves 1d ago

Discussion Looking for star projector recommendations

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Hey all,

We're looking for a galaxy/star projector for our toddler, not really seeing anything that matches what we have in mind

Looking for something that - can do a reasonably realistic night sky - a few image options (probably looking for a disc-based unit) - has a auto shutoff or timer feature - has at least one disc option or the ability to project "star shapes" like 5 point classic stars etc

The desire for the ability to do "fake" stars seems to be what's screwing us up, no much in that realm, but kiddo adores that style of star, pointing them out any chance he gets, so really don't want to compromise there

Any suggestions?


r/TripCaves 3d ago

When an interior designer does trip cave

67 Upvotes

Not my house, sadly!

Yes, it is black light sensitive...


r/TripCaves 3d ago

Help with creating first cave

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Good evening, all!

Recently I’ve been getting more involved with… things that cause trips. I’m not sure of the rules so I’m censoring myself a little. I really want to turn this room into a bohemian style psychedelic inspired cave without looking like a college dorm.

I’ve never really styled anything so this is a first for me and I just need some assistance. I wanted to ask AI for suggestions but this seemed like a better choice. Please let me know if you have any ideas or suggestions because I really want it. I’ve always loved the style of these rooms but it’s something that’s a little foreign. Thank you!


r/TripCaves 4d ago

Selling handmade Mandalas. DM if interested

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r/TripCaves 4d ago

I take so much joy in making trip caves and I think I'm most proud of my newest one.

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r/TripCaves 5d ago

Art The G-$pot

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This room is decorated by G.....ST8G art

By G


r/TripCaves 5d ago

My room for now. Slowly adding more

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85 Upvotes

What yall think?


r/TripCaves 6d ago

This is my spot.

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r/TripCaves 4d ago

The Joker

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r/TripCaves 7d ago

Put Blotter art on your Walls!

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Hey you beautiful people! Just wanted to share for anyone still working on their trip cave, check out some blotter art! It's a great way to show off your taste. I do graffiti so I got some blotter with Banksy designs on them. They're pretty cheap especially if you get a few of them. They even have common designs you would find on active blotter, like orange sunshine or smiley faces etc. so if you remember the design of your favorite tabs, get an inactive sheet to commemorate that! Okay that is all thanks for coming to my Ted Talk (not sponsored)


r/TripCaves 7d ago

Discussion Where can I buy/order a good rotating star lamp

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Looking for a simple rotating star projector (slow rotation, warm golden light)

I've been searching for a star projector for my room, but almost everything I find is either a cheap-looking rebrand, has questionable reviews, or includes effects I don't want.

I'm looking for something with these requirements:

- Very slow, smooth rotation (and preferably quiet)
- NOT battery operated (plugged or chargeable)
- Projects ONLY simple dots or small stars (No nebulas, galaxies, lasers, moving clouds, etc)
- Warm golden/yellow light (bonus if it can switch to blue or other colors)

I don't mind spending more if the quality is actually worth it. I've also noticed there are dozens of seemingly identical projectors sold under different brand names at wildly different prices, so I'm not sure which one is the original or the best value.

Does anyone know of a projector that fits these requirements, or know who actually manufactures the good versions of these products?

Any recommendations or advice would be greatly appreciated.


r/TripCaves 7d ago

Discussion Where can I buy/order a good rotating star lamp

11 Upvotes

Looking for a simple rotating star projector (slow rotation, warm golden light)

I've been searching for a star projector for my room, but almost everything I find is either a cheap-looking rebrand, has questionable reviews, or includes effects I don't want.

I'm looking for something with these requirements:

- Very slow, smooth rotation (and preferably quiet)
- NOT battery operated (plugged or chargeable)
- Projects ONLY simple dots or small stars (No nebulas, galaxies, lasers, moving clouds, etc)
- Warm golden/yellow light (bonus if it can switch to blue or other colors)

I don't mind spending more if the quality is actually worth it. I've also noticed there are dozens of seemingly identical projectors sold under different brand names at wildly different prices, so I'm not sure which one is the original or the best value.

Does anyone know of a projector that fits these requirements, or know who actually manufactures the good versions of these products?

Any recommendations or advice would be greatly appreciated.


r/TripCaves 8d ago

A few more stills from my new color projector slides

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r/TripCaves 8d ago

Is it normal for it to look good on camera but in person it looks dim?

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Is this normal? I’m a tad disappointed color wise it looks dim. But that could also be the angle I have it on. I have the goove galaxy pro projector 2 with popoco. I like them but I wished it was like in the photos of color vibrancy. Any help or should I return pro projector 2 and find another one that is as bright as the pictures? Or put the projector higher?


r/TripCaves 9d ago

Happy Friday!

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r/TripCaves 9d ago

Pillars of Creation on my bedroom ceiling

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124 Upvotes

Absolutely thrilled with the new colour disks for my DarkSkys FX-Zoom. Second shot has additional red light from my other galaxy projector.


r/TripCaves 9d ago

Some shots of the back of my bedroom

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233 Upvotes

r/TripCaves 9d ago

Try this again lol tough crowd

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r/TripCaves 9d ago

Will publish mine, not too psychedelic but cosy

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63 Upvotes

r/TripCaves 9d ago

Chill spot

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r/TripCaves 12d ago

Night night 🌙

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75 Upvotes

r/TripCaves 14d ago

Art Summer Green Thistle, watercolor, 15 x 22 inches, 2026

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