Too Much Light - Low Watt Incandescent vs Fluorescent vs No Bulb?
Question:I have several ceiling fan fixtures with multiple light sockets and they produce much more light than I need when all the sockets have a bulb. So far my solution has been not to put a bulb in every socket. Does a Fluorescent bulb put out as much light as it's incandescent counterpart or would a switch be worth considering to decrease the total light output? Another option I've considered is very low watt bulbs. I could put a 15 watt bulb in every socket and the same total watts as 1 60-watt bulb. Would that equal the same light output? I want to be as energy and earth conscious as possible. Also, I rent so adding dimmer switches or replacing ceiling fan/light fixtures is not an option.
Answers:
4x15w=60w but for medium base you may not be able to find 15w bulb in the market. if that is the case use a dummy plug in the socket for safety purpose. flurescent bulb is expensive too bright and ugly.
ok what you can do is go to home pedot or lowes and go to there light section and they you will see those lowe engery bulds that last longer buit they are a little costly but it save you on your bill also thjey last longer i have them in my home and let me tell you they are great plus they do not hurt your eyes
Try getting bulbs with the three series of brightnesses and put them on the lowest setting.
You have the right idea. The 4 15 watt bulbs would put out a total of 60 watts.
Go for it!
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