This
downloadable guide tells you what you need to know and how to choose the right
one.
Old-fashioned (incandescent) light bulbs
have now been virtually withdrawn from sale in the UK – and many other
countries as well. So we all have to start using energy saving types now.
Fortunately, energy saving light bulbs are good for the environment, cheaper to
run and they last longer too.
This comprehensive guide from Ricability explains the different type of bulbs available, some
of the jargon involved, and illustrates clearly where and how you can get the
best from the latest technology. The guide includes some results of tests
carried out by Which? (Full
test results are available to subscribers at which.co.uk, where you can also find free advice).
The guide explains the different types
of bulb available, as well as specific industry terms like Light, Brightness,
and Colour, and the key difference between Wattage (the old fashioned term for
bulb brightness) and Lumens, the actual measure of light output now being used
when choosing a bulb. It even explains how dimmers and timers can be used to
create more flexible lighting schemes.
