http://www.elightbulbs.com/blog.cfm Light bulbs and lighting technology, discussed by industry experts. en-us Tue, 09 Feb 2010 15:14:26 CST Tue, 09 Feb 2010 15:14:26 CST http://www.elightbulbs.com/rss paul@elightbulbs.com (Paul McLellan) Home and Garden Lighting Light Bulbs http://www.elightbulbs.com/lighting-blog/leave-the-lights-on-or-turn-them-off 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! Tue, 09 Feb 2010 14:20:48 CST http://www.elightbulbs.com/lighting-blog/leave-the-lights-on-or-turn-them-off http://www.elightbulbs.com/lighting-blog/leave-the-lights-on-or-turn-them-off http://www.elightbulbs.com/lighting-blog/the-best-dimmable-cfl-is-your-eyes Even though manufacturers have spent years working on them, there still are not any bullet-proof dimmable compact fluorescents out there yet. Thu, 04 Feb 2010 12:16:16 CST http://www.elightbulbs.com/lighting-blog/the-best-dimmable-cfl-is-your-eyes http://www.elightbulbs.com/lighting-blog/the-best-dimmable-cfl-is-your-eyes http://www.elightbulbs.com/lighting-blog/all-you-need-to-know-about-lumens 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. Thu, 21 Jan 2010 15:23:18 CST http://www.elightbulbs.com/lighting-blog/all-you-need-to-know-about-lumens http://www.elightbulbs.com/lighting-blog/all-you-need-to-know-about-lumens http://www.elightbulbs.com/lighting-blog/my-children-saw-rainbows-in-the-dark Fireworks on a cold winter night created a magical experience for me and my children! Wed, 23 Dec 2009 10:45:12 CST http://www.elightbulbs.com/lighting-blog/my-children-saw-rainbows-in-the-dark http://www.elightbulbs.com/lighting-blog/my-children-saw-rainbows-in-the-dark http://www.elightbulbs.com/lighting-blog/led-traffic-lights 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. Wed, 16 Dec 2009 14:05:30 CST http://www.elightbulbs.com/lighting-blog/led-traffic-lights http://www.elightbulbs.com/lighting-blog/led-traffic-lights http://www.elightbulbs.com/lighting-blog/2012-legislation-to-remove-incandescents 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. Tue, 08 Dec 2009 12:39:35 CST http://www.elightbulbs.com/lighting-blog/2012-legislation-to-remove-incandescents http://www.elightbulbs.com/lighting-blog/2012-legislation-to-remove-incandescents http://www.elightbulbs.com/lighting-blog/lumiline-light-bulbs 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. Wed, 11 Nov 2009 16:05:02 CST http://www.elightbulbs.com/lighting-blog/lumiline-light-bulbs http://www.elightbulbs.com/lighting-blog/lumiline-light-bulbs http://www.elightbulbs.com/lighting-blog/fulham-exit-lights Exit lights are everywhere, even in places I don't want them. Still, memories of dad's lessons make me grateful they're there. Fri, 06 Nov 2009 11:55:46 CST http://www.elightbulbs.com/lighting-blog/fulham-exit-lights http://www.elightbulbs.com/lighting-blog/fulham-exit-lights http://www.elightbulbs.com/lighting-blog/well-lit-rooms-look-larger-than-dark-rooms Talk show host, Dave Ramsey, shares some helpful tips on making your house show well. Fri, 06 Nov 2009 10:32:33 CST http://www.elightbulbs.com/lighting-blog/well-lit-rooms-look-larger-than-dark-rooms http://www.elightbulbs.com/lighting-blog/well-lit-rooms-look-larger-than-dark-rooms http://www.elightbulbs.com/lighting-blog/black-lights-are-fun 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. Fri, 30 Oct 2009 10:38:12 CST http://www.elightbulbs.com/lighting-blog/black-lights-are-fun http://www.elightbulbs.com/lighting-blog/black-lights-are-fun http://www.elightbulbs.com/lighting-blog/christmas-half-trees This new type of Christmas Tree is really, really useful. It's no gimmick to offer a tree that will fit snugly against a wall; it's a real treat for people living in smaller homes and apartments. Tue, 27 Oct 2009 14:05:39 CST http://www.elightbulbs.com/lighting-blog/christmas-half-trees http://www.elightbulbs.com/lighting-blog/christmas-half-trees http://www.elightbulbs.com/lighting-blog/upside-down-christmas-trees Although they are a bit odd, "upside down" Christmas Trees are quite popular and serve a specific purpose! Fri, 09 Oct 2009 11:59:09 CST http://www.elightbulbs.com/lighting-blog/upside-down-christmas-trees http://www.elightbulbs.com/lighting-blog/upside-down-christmas-trees http://www.elightbulbs.com/lighting-blog/lights-for-your-car-or-truck It sounds like a tougher task than it really is, and it can be a very low cost project. Find your automotive light bulbs with our Bulb Selector. Mon, 05 Oct 2009 08:56:06 CST http://www.elightbulbs.com/lighting-blog/lights-for-your-car-or-truck http://www.elightbulbs.com/lighting-blog/lights-for-your-car-or-truck http://www.elightbulbs.com/lighting-blog/flameless-led-candles Our battery operated LED candles are a fantastic way to have the comfort and warmth of candle light every night, without the mess and expense of buying new candles. Fri, 25 Sep 2009 10:39:50 CST http://www.elightbulbs.com/lighting-blog/flameless-led-candles http://www.elightbulbs.com/lighting-blog/flameless-led-candles http://www.elightbulbs.com/lighting-blog/christmas-is-right-around-the-corner With a few months to go until Christmas, now is the time to stock up on your Christmas string sets, bulbs and pre-lit Christmas Trees! Wed, 23 Sep 2009 16:43:18 CST http://www.elightbulbs.com/lighting-blog/christmas-is-right-around-the-corner http://www.elightbulbs.com/lighting-blog/christmas-is-right-around-the-corner http://www.elightbulbs.com/lighting-blog/westinghouse-compact-fluorescent-light-bulbs You'll get the perfect balance between brightness, light quality, bulb life, and affordable pricing. Westinghouse also offers a 100% satisfaction guarantee, which is second to none in the lighting industry. Fri, 18 Sep 2009 09:17:49 CST http://www.elightbulbs.com/lighting-blog/westinghouse-compact-fluorescent-light-bulbs http://www.elightbulbs.com/lighting-blog/westinghouse-compact-fluorescent-light-bulbs http://www.elightbulbs.com/lighting-blog/wizarding-world-of-Harry-Potter Millions of fans around the world can't wait to get to the theme park to visit Hogsmeade and Hogwarts castle and it would not be acceptable for any of them if Universal didn't make it as realistic as possible. Wed, 16 Sep 2009 15:57:00 CST http://www.elightbulbs.com/lighting-blog/wizarding-world-of-Harry-Potter http://www.elightbulbs.com/lighting-blog/wizarding-world-of-Harry-Potter http://www.elightbulbs.com/lighting-blog/Sylvania-T8-Fluoresecent-Lighting Sylvania is at the forefront of fluorescent technology, specializing in T8 fluorescent design. Tue, 15 Sep 2009 11:25:57 CST http://www.elightbulbs.com/lighting-blog/Sylvania-T8-Fluoresecent-Lighting http://www.elightbulbs.com/lighting-blog/Sylvania-T8-Fluoresecent-Lighting http://www.elightbulbs.com/lighting-blog/a15-light-bulbs-ideal-for-garages-ceiling-fans-and-general-appliances One of the most common incandescent household light bulb is the A15. eLightBulbs has great pricing and varieties of these popular bulbs. Wed, 02 Sep 2009 14:23:27 CST http://www.elightbulbs.com/lighting-blog/a15-light-bulbs-ideal-for-garages-ceiling-fans-and-general-appliances http://www.elightbulbs.com/lighting-blog/a15-light-bulbs-ideal-for-garages-ceiling-fans-and-general-appliances http://www.elightbulbs.com/lighting-blog/edison-base-light-bulbs We all know who Edison was, but most people do not know what an "Edison Base" on a light bulb indicates. Wed, 02 Sep 2009 12:22:23 CST http://www.elightbulbs.com/lighting-blog/edison-base-light-bulbs http://www.elightbulbs.com/lighting-blog/edison-base-light-bulbs