Changing fancy light bulbs is driving me broke

[FlashG]

Every time I turn around I have to replace our decorative light bulbs. I?m talking about the large 40watt round ones for the bathrooms and the flame shaped ones for the ceiling fans. I use the lowest wattage possible to save on replacement cost and electricity but they still only last a few months. I use Phillips and GE and their both crap.

Doesn?t someone make longer lasting bulbs than you can buy at the grocery/hardware stores or Home Depot?

 

[eakers]

this thread reminds me of jerboy

 

[FlashG]

Oh no. We may be soulmates?

 

[FlashG]

Ok, I guess you all use candles? If so what kind?

 

[CraigRT]

Originally posted by: eakers
this thread reminds me of jerboy

no doubt.
GE normally is good.. if they suck, what the hell coud possibly be better?
try Sylvania, they are a good brand.

 

[HappyFace]

My dad used to work for Duratest, a commercial lighting company. Their bulbs are more expensive then the store bought brand, but are very high commercial quality, and typically can last for years. Try contacting a commercial lighting company. Most will be happy to help..

 

[FlashG]

Thanks Happy Face I will take you're advice.

 

[Freejack2]

Another option is to try a compact flourescent. They have some very small ones these days.

 

[NeoPTLD]

Use 130V lamps.