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eLightBulbs Lighting Blog : Light bulbs and lighting technology discussed by industry veterans.

Welcome to the eLightBulbs Lighting Blog. Here, various tenured staff members get on their soapbox about current lighting topics that are important to them and that we hope are useful to you.

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Should you turn off the lights or leave them on?
Tuesday, 2/09/10
Maybe you've heard that it takes more energy to constantly shut off and start a light bulb rather than leaving it on all day. Let's do the math!
Want to see a high quality Dimmable CFL?  Just Squint! ;)
Thursday, 2/04/10
Even though manufacturers have spent years working on them, there still are not any bullet-proof dimmable compact fluorescents out there yet.
It's not about the watts, but the lumens.
Thursday, 1/21/10
It won't work anymore to find your light bulb by wattage. Different models won't compare right; you've got to match up the lumens to really see what you're getting.
My Children Saw Rainbows in the Dark
Wednesday, 12/23/09
Fireworks on a cold winter night created a magical experience for me and my children!
LED traffic lights have created an unexpected problem.
Wednesday, 12/16/09
Government agencies all across North America have really warmed up to using long lasting and energy sipping traffic lights. The political, maintenance, and environmental benefits are wonderful, but a very real issue has cropped up.
2012 Legislation to Remove Incandescents
Tuesday, 12/08/09
Many people are concerned that the 2012 legislation that will supposedly remove all incandescents from the US. Here are some interesting facts that may change your impression.
Lumiline bulbs are so...different
Wednesday, 11/11/09
Classic light bulbs are cool, and Lumiline is one that has an almost cult-like following. They're fantastic bulbs that were designed for vintage light fixtures found commonly in bathrooms in houses built before 1950.
Exit signs in the middle of the jungle?  Come on!
Friday, 11/06/09
Exit lights are everywhere, even in places I don't want them. Still, memories of dad's lessons make me grateful they're there.
Well-lit rooms look larger than dark rooms!
Friday, 11/06/09
Talk show host, Dave Ramsey, shares some helpful tips on making your house show well.
Add more FUN to your party decorations!
Friday, 10/30/09
For any theme that is meant to be exciting, scary, suspenseful, or mysterious, make sure you use black lights! They are great for garage or basement parties with your friends or a really good show for your Halloween party, too.
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