I've mostly switched to energy-saving, compact fluorescent light bulbs, but some old energy hogs still occupy our dining room light fixture and a funky small desk lamp, and some recessed lighting in ...

Part of our work here at Grist is to give advice to curious readers, and one thing we find ourselves saying a lot is, “Change those bulbs to CFLs!” But you can only socket to ’em so many times before ...

Originally hailing from Troy, Ohio, Ry Crist is a writer, a text-based adventure connoisseur, a lover of terrible movies and an enthusiastic yet mediocre cook. A CNET editor from 2013 to 2024, Ry's ...

Energy-efficient light bulbs will negatively affect the colour of your walls, your art, your fabrics and your complexion. They will, however, save energy and money. What a dilemma! Light is not just a ...

We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn More › While changing light bulbs may be an easy job, finding the right one to screw into a ...

A major part of how I cut my electric bill by a third* was swapping out old incandescent light bulbs to CFLs, which use less energy and last longer. On paper, the CFLs are better in every way, but ...

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The nation’s most-used bulb is 60 watts; under its light, colors look true and natural, and the bulb turns on instantly. Among the top-rated 60-watt equivalents, this Ecosmart CFL turns on instantly ...

Despite the Republican party’s best, yet misguided efforts, incandescent bulbs are on their way out. Energy-efficient lighting like CFLs and LEDs are fast becoming the norm, and it was only a matter ...