Astronomy

Astronomy

Galaxies, nebulas, star fields and planets that glow from your ceiling lights. 27 space designs that attach with magnets in 2x4, 2x2 and 1x4.

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Astronomy Magnetic Light Covers: Space on Your Ceiling

Planets, star fields, glowing nebulas, and distant galaxies, printed on backlit film so the light fixture makes them shine. Our 27 astronomy magnetic light covers attach to a metal ceiling grid with magnet strips in minutes, no tools, and come in 2x4, 2x2, and 1x4 sizes for science classrooms, libraries, game rooms, and bedrooms. Browse more themes in magnetic light covers.

Overview

Why Space Light Covers Look So Good Backlit

Astronomy images are made of light against darkness, which is exactly what a light fixture is good at. With the fixture glowing behind the film, star fields sparkle and nebula colors pop in a way a printed poster never will. It is the easiest way to get a night sky ceiling without a projector or glow-in-the-dark paint.

Space Imagery That Glows

Deep-space photos and artwork of nebulas, galaxies, and star clusters look their best when light comes from behind them.

Works With the Lights On

Unlike a star projector, a space light cover works all day in a lit room. No darkness, no outlet, no batteries.

Magnets, Not Screws

Apply the magnet strips to the back and press the cover to the steel grid. Done in minutes, removable any time.

Our Products

Astronomy Magnetic Light Covers

A sample of the 27 space designs. All are $39.99 in 2x4 and $32.99 in 2x2 or 1x4.

Starry night magnetic LED light cover

Astronomy 001 Magnetic LED Light Cover

Starry Night

A deep blue sky full of stars. The simplest night sky ceiling look, and calm enough for a bedroom or sensory space.

2x4 $39.99 · 2x2 / 1x4 $32.99
2x4, 2x2, 1x4
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Earth from space magnetic light cover

Astronomy 025 Earth and Space Cover

Earth From Space

Our planet against a backdrop of colorful nebula. Great for geography, earth science, and space units.

2x4 $39.99 · 2x2 / 1x4 $32.99
2x4, 2x2, 1x4
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Ring nebula magnetic light cover in orange and blue

Astronomy 012 Magnetic LED Light Cover

Ring Nebula

A glowing ring of orange and blue gas against black space. Striking in a game room or home theater.

2x4 $39.99 · 2x2 / 1x4 $32.99
2x4, 2x2, 1x4
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Edge-on spiral galaxy magnetic light cover

Astronomy 009 Magnetic LED Light Cover

Edge-On Galaxy

A bright galaxy seen from the side, with a dark band of dust through its center. Understated and dramatic.

2x4 $39.99 · 2x2 / 1x4 $32.99
2x4, 2x2, 1x4
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Purple and blue galaxy magnetic light cover

Astronomy 024 Magnetic LED Light Cover

Purple Galaxy

Vivid violet and electric blue clouds of stars, the most colorful design in the collection.

2x4 $39.99 · 2x2 / 1x4 $32.99
2x4, 2x2, 1x4
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Design Types

Star Fields, Nebulas, Galaxies, and Planets

Space covers fall into a few looks. Mix them across a room or keep one style for a uniform night sky ceiling.

Star Fields

Dense stars on dark blue or black, like Astronomy 001 and Astronomy 015.

Nebulas

Clouds of glowing gas in teal, orange, and pink, like Astronomy 003 and Astronomy 022.

Galaxies

Spiral and edge-on galaxies, like Astronomy 016 and Astronomy 020.

Planets

The solar system and Earth from space for science lessons.

Bold Color

Purple and magenta galaxies, like Astronomy 024, for game rooms and teen spaces.

Dark and Calm

Subtle galaxies on black, like Astronomy 009, for a quieter look.

Science Rooms

A Space Classroom Theme That Starts Overhead

Space classroom decor usually means posters, a rug, and a bulletin board. The ceiling is the one surface every student looks at and almost no one decorates, and in most schools it is a grid of 2x4 fluorescent panels.

Covering those panels with planets and nebulas turns the whole room into part of the lesson, and it softens the glare at the same time. Because the covers attach with magnets, teachers can put them up themselves and take them down at the end of the year.

  • ✓ Planets, galaxies, and nebulas
  • ✓ Fits standard classroom 2x4 fixtures
  • ✓ Teacher-installable, no tools
  • ✓ ASTM E84 / UL 723 Class A film
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Before and after solar system magnetic light cover on a classroom light
Comparison

Night Sky Ceiling Options Compared

Star ceiling projectors, paint kits, and stickers are all popular searches. Here is where a light cover fits.

Option Works With Lights On Install Removable
Astronomy magnetic light cover Yes, it needs them Magnets, minutes Yes
Star ceiling projector No, needs darkness Plug in Yes
Night sky ceiling paint kit Faint glow only Hours of painting No
Glow star stickers No Peel and stick Can leave marks
Pro Tip: If some fixtures in your room are not on a steel grid, the same space designs are available without magnets as fluorescent astronomy light covers.
Front and back of a starry night magnetic light cover showing magnet strips
How They Attach

Full-Length Magnets Hold the Night Sky Flat

Dark space images show every wrinkle and gap, so a cover that sags or lifts at the corners looks wrong fast. Our astronomy covers use magnet strips along every edge, which pull the film flat against the steel grid all the way around.

Install takes a few minutes per fixture. Stick the long strips on first, then the short ones, peeling the adhesive backing a couple of inches at a time. Then line up a long edge with the grid and let the magnets catch.

  • ✓ Magnet strips on all four edges
  • ✓ Stays flat with no sag
  • ✓ Lift off to change a bulb
  • ✓ Wipe with a dry microfiber cloth
Applications

Where to Use Space Light Covers

Anywhere a drop ceiling could use a little wonder.

Science Classrooms

Make the solar system and galaxies part of the room, not just the textbook.

Libraries and STEM Labs

A night sky ceiling over reading corners and makerspaces.

Sensory Rooms

Calm star fields help create a soothing, low-glare space.

Game Rooms and Home Theaters

Bold nebula and galaxy designs suit a basement hangout.

Pediatric Offices

Give kids something to look for while they wait or lie back.

Kids' Rooms and Basements

Any room with 2x4 or 2x2 panels can become a space station.

Why Choose Astronomy Magnetic Light Covers

27 Space Designs

No Projector Needed

Magnetic Install

Class A Fire Rated

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Questions about galaxy and space themed light covers.

Do you have galaxy light covers for ceiling lights?

Yes. Many of our 27 astronomy designs are galaxies, from spiral and edge-on galaxies to vivid purple star clouds.

Are these good for a space classroom theme?

Yes. The solar system and Earth from space covers are especially popular in science and elementary classrooms.

Do space light covers glow in the dark?

No. They are lit from behind by your ceiling fixture, so they look their best with the lights on.

Will a dark space design make the room dim?

Darker designs let less light through than a pale sky. If brightness matters, use space covers on some fixtures and leave others uncovered, or choose a lighter nebula design.

How do astronomy magnetic light covers attach?

Magnet strips on the back hold the cover to the steel ceiling grid. No tools, screws, or clips.

What sizes and prices are available?

2x4 for $39.99, and 2x2 or 1x4 for $32.99.

Do they fit LED flat panels?

Yes, as well as fluorescent troffers, in standard drop ceilings with a steel grid.

Can I use my own space photo?

Yes. Upload any image on our custom image magnetic light cover page.

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