Are you baffled by lightbulbs? With so many different types, just staring at row upon row of bulbs in the stores can leave your head spinning. Here, we shed some light on the topic,
EUREKA MOMENT Once upon a time the wattage of a bulb would tell you how bright it was — but no longer. Wattage tells us how much energy the bulb uses. When there was just one type of lightbulb that would also automatically reveal the bulb’s brightness. But today as each type of bulb uses a different amount of energy wattage is no longer a good guide for brightness
O nce upon a time choosing a lightbulb was simple. All you had to do was choose between 40 60 75 or 100 watts and the job was done. Today it’s a different story. Not only are there various types of bulbs available but they also come in a variety of colors sizes shapes strengths and efficiency levels. And to be honest most of the guides to lightbulbs are so complicated that you end up even more confused than before.
With the help and advice of our three experts — Aryeh Weintrob licensed electrician; Leora Gershaw who runs her own interior design company Israel Dezign; and Judy Mayer optometrist — we present Family First’s Guide to Bulbs.
There are four main types of lightbulbs — incandescent halogen CFL and LED.
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