How do these look with the energy efficient bulbs that curl? I'm worried they will stick out too far and look odd.
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It looks ok. I was worried about that too but figured that if it looked weird, I would just use incandescent bulbs. It really looks okay. It takes a little while to get used to seeing the curly bulbs, period. The bulbs don't stick out beyond the globe. The soft white type of bulb makes the globe look kind of yellow. I like them much better with the bright light type of bulb.
183972
You are very right. These definitely would not look good with those bulbs. Even if you had ones that were really short and didn't stick out, the effect would be clunky. I have clear amber candle bulbs and it's a pretty glow.
183973
The bulbs supplied were the shorter ones that do not stick out. They're not the traditional look, but put out a lot of light for about 15W. I've gotten used to them and have actually replaced some of my other lights with the same.
183974
We still have reg light bulbs in ours, but I can't imagine the curly bulbs looking good.
1772037
I might add that they are bright enough that if you have a seating area that is below cabinet height (my living room is next to the kitchen), looking directly at the bulbs may not be comfortable. I put mine in a track with a plastic cover to make them look more decorative and to soften the light from the individual bulbs. If you never get below cabinet height, it isn't an issue though. To me they are bright enough to work on the counter (as long as ambient kitchen light is available) at maximum setting, but they aren't halogen bright for sure. At their dimmest they make a soft night light for late night runs to the kitchen. I might add that they are bright enough that if you have a seating area that is below cabinet height (my living room is next to the kitchen), looking directly at the bulbs may not be comfortable. I put mine in a track with a plastic cover to make them look more decorative and to soften the light from the individual bulbs. If you never get below cabinet height, it isn't an issue though. To me they are bright enough to work on the counter (as long as ambient kitchen light is available) at maximum setting, but they aren't halogen bright for sure. At their dimmest they make a soft night light... » Read More I might add that they are bright enough that if you have a seating area that is below cabinet height (my living room is next to the kitchen), looking directly at the bulbs may not be comfortable. I put mine in a track with a plastic cover to make them look more decorative and to soften the light from the individual bulbs. If you never get below cabinet height, it isn't an issue though. To me they are bright enough to work on the counter (as long as ambient kitchen light is available) at maximum setting, but they aren't halogen bright for sure. At their dimmest they make a soft night light for late night runs to the kitchen. « Show Less
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Sure. Mine are in recessed ceiling fixtures and work fine. Keep in mind this type of light produces like one-tenth the heat of an old-fashioned incandescent bulb. That's why it is so energy-efficient- minimal energy lost as heat.
522300
I am using mine in a ceiling fan (the fixtures are not fully enclosed, they are the bell-shaped type that are open on one end) and they are fine. I also am using one in an open in-ceiling can fixture, for downlighting. They are great and very bright. The only annoyance I have noticed is that sometimes one of the bulbs emits a high pitched buzz. It doesn't happen all the time and I've not diagnosed the cause. Overall, I'm thrilled with these bulbs, though. They are VERY bright for 9 watts.I have had no problems with ghosting at all.
793870
Yes, perfect fit. And they look awesome. Don't freak out if they don't work at first, flip the plug around in the socket, unlike a bulb, they are polarity conscious.
1135527
I bought led bulbs for ours at home depot ($5 or $6/each). This really improved the look from curly cfl's that we had when it was installed. Bulbs are still visible from the other side of the room but appear as slightly rounded and don't attract (bad) attention.
2048092
Uses the little fan style bulbs. Make sure there not energy efficient. I tried energy efficient ones and twouldn't work for some reason
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I was worried about that too, but It does give out plenty of light. It's a beautiful shade. I have a fluorescent energy bulb in it and it does take a couple of minutes, but it puts out just the right amount of light. Not too bright, but not dark either. I get a lot of compliments about it.
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I don't notice that they give off a lot of heat. We have them in our glass globe pendant lights over our kitchen island and another set in our sconces in our family room (up high.) Not sure I would notice the heat factor based on the location but I think they are actually more subdued than regular bulbs. They cast a really nice yellow/goldish hue.
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i am using 2 as a supplement to my 2 200 watt CFLs. Just installed them so I will post once they are up for a while. My cucumbers taking up too much of the CFL light so the tubes are run vertically to get all the way to the top of the cucumber as well as lower for my kale and butter crunch salad
1772129
I use the standard-sized spiral energy efficient bulbs (60 watt equivalent). If you use a standard round incandescent bulb, it should be no more than 60 watt max.
1977951
They lay horizontal, along the ceiling. Depending on the LED bulb, you may indeed run into issues with light not spreading evenly.
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None that I am aware of at present. I installed my Full Spectrum Light Bulbs (ALZO 45W CFL) in light sockets without a globe or shade (not my original plan). Used in this fashion they throw a lot of light as long as you aren't too concerned about appearances. One is mounted horizontally and another vertically. Both have been in service since the beginning of this year without any problem.
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I use them with enclosed fixtures so far without any issues. However the thing to remember is how they fit dimension wise. My ceiling lights are enclosed and are big enough to accomodate the extra length of the bulb. Also, I have noticed the heat factor is low compared to incandescent bulbs, so in my opinion these bulbs are just fine for enclosed fixtures.Hope this helps
1790585
They appear to be alright with a spot but I am only using them with bright LED spots. Sorry. I don't mind testing it out though.
1977317
I am pretty sure they will. It has been a while since I used an easy bake... But all you need is heat and very little long term use, so I would go with the cheapest old school bulb. Never a "cool" or low watt equivalent. I use these in my garage for high light level and they have been fine for the past year.
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We put large globe shaped 110W bulbs in them because we liked the look. They could take LEDs or compact fluorescent, but the bulb might be way up in the neck. If i were using a small bulb i would probably use an extension to get it down to the edge of the shade. They are nice shades.