Why Do Compact Fluorescent Lights Cost More Than Incandescent Bulbs?

The price of a high quality compact fluorescent light bulb reflects technology development costs. As the number of bulbs sold increases, the overall price will continue to decline. Keep in mind the higher cost at purchase is made up by energy cost savings. Plus, a CFl lasts as long as 10 incandescent light bulbs. Although the initial cost may seem high, CFL light bulbs pay for themselves and then some.

Energy-Saving R20 Floodlights. Ideal for Recessed Cans and Outdoor Fixtures

Compact fluorescent lamps come in a variety of shapes and sizes for various applications. For instance floodlights come in energy saving styles. Bowman Lamps offers an energy efficient floodlight bulb is as bright as a 50 watt incandescent bulb, but uses only 14 watts of electricity. Its design fits anywhere a regular incandescent R 20 reflector floodlight fits. The 8,000 hour average bulb life is approximately the lifetime of 10 incandescent bulbs, saving you time and effort as well as money. TCP's unique lead-free glass and a specialized phosphor mix keep light output high over the lifetime of the bulb. Check it out at Bowman Lamps online store.

What is a Compact Fluorescent Lamp?

What exactly is a compact fluorescent lamp(CFL), also known as a compact fluorescent light? Wikipedia defines a CFL as "a type of fluorescent lamp. Many CFLs are designed to replace an incandescent lamp and can fit into existing light fixtures formerly used for incandescents."

Compared to incandescent bulbs, CFLs use less energy and last longer. The catch is they cost more. However those savings are recouped in energy cost savings. In the United States, Wikipedia mentions a CFL can save over US $30 in electricity costs over the lamp's life time. Not bad.

"CFLs radiate a different light spectrum from that of incandescent lamps. Improved phosphor formulations have improved the subjective color of the light emitted by CFLs such that the best 'soft white' CFLs are subjectively similar in color to standard incandescent lamps," Wikipedia states.

So try one. I'm sure you'll enjoy the quality of light.

Energy-saving Compact Fluorescent Brushed Steel Table Lamp

Who says compact fluorescent lighting can't be stylish? This good-looking brushed steel lamp manufactured by Technical Consumer Products hides a secret - an energy-efficient 3-way circle-shaped compact fluorescent light. Three way light level of 15/20/32 Watts is comparable to a 60/75/125 Watt incandescent bulb. Designed for use with a T6 Circline Lamp only.The lamp, TCP model 53732BS, measures17 inches at it's widest point by 26 inches tall. Bulb is expected to last seven years with three hours of lamp use per day. That's 10 times longer than a similar incandescent bulb. 2850°K color temperature closest to incandescent light. View a spec sheet of this lamp.And by the way, the lamp is Energy Star qualified and UL listed. It is perfect for living rooms, bedrooms, and offices. You may order one here at the Bowman Lamps Store. It's easy to save your wallet, save energy, and save the planet all in one.

Energy-Saving Emergency Light Fixture

This TCP Emergency Light features twin square heads, Dual Voltage operation at 120 and 270 Volts AC, an operating temperature from 20 to 95 degrees Fahrenheit, and is listed by both UL & ETL for damp locations. The unit's battery backup provides bright light for at least 90 minutes without wall current. The unit draws 10.8 watts. Its unobtrusive white polycarbonate case is impact resistant and durable. Check it out at Bowman Lamps.