Recent questions tagged light bulbs

Description : What should I do when a CFL light bulb shatters?

Last Answer : see this link

Description : How many jellies does it take to change a light bulb?

Last Answer : Three. One to take the old one out; another to insist on putting it back in; and a third to argue that there’s no point in arguing. The light remains unchanged..

Description : How to find 120v double contact bayonet light bulbs for an antique light fixture from Australia?

Last Answer : I’d bet that the lamp uses bulbs based on the British standard. Chances are good that it takes a BA22d bulb. This was the only one commonly used for domestic lighting, and the base diameter (22mm) is right.

Description : New LED light bulbs: do they emit more or less heat than standard incandescent?

Last Answer : answer:I could not guarantee accuracy, but from what I know LED is cooler. You can find out for sure if you buy one of each, and take turns standing in from of each one.

Description : Any recommendations for dimmable CFLs?

Last Answer : Yes they work but they work differently. When dimmed the light is less, obviously, but you don’t seem to get that nice romantic glow you get with normal bulbs at lower levels. Mind you that might just be me.