The advancement in lighting technologies now means that there are a spectrum of energy saving light bulbs available to purchase which can make it difficult to decide which ones are right for your application. The wide range of energy saving light bulbs are LED, Halogen and CFL bulbs which use their own technologies and as a result have contrasting characteristics and energy efficiencies. In this short and complete analysis I will provide a resume of the available technologies for energy saving light bulbs which ought to enable you to make a more informed choice.
Halogen Technology Bulbs
Halogen bulbs are deep down a high technology version of the early incandescent filament light bulb. Most halogen energy saving light bulbs save in excess of 25% in electricity costs and the lion’s share are compatible with dimmer switches. Halogen energy saving light bulbs have straighforward elegant looks and are of a modest size which means they have a great looking visual design.
CFL Light Bulbs
Compact Fluorescent Lamp- CFL energy saving light bulbs that use a miniaturised type of the fluorescent tube technology are extremely efficient saving around 75% in electricity costs. Modern CFL’s shouldn’t suffer from the dullness and flickering issues that were characteristic in the first CFL’s that hit the market. The main downside is that the looks of CFL energy saving light bulbs can be because of their larger than average size but there are some highly attractive globe shaped bulbs on the market. One thing is for sure and that is that the modern CFL is a considerable advancement on its predecessors.
LED Light Bulbs
LED light bulbs are the best type of energy saving light bulbs. When compared to orthodox light bulbs then LED’s can provide approximately a 90% energy saving. LED bulbs have the further benefit of being particularly eco friendly. Landfill is decreased because LED bulbs have a very long life and the carbon foot print is minimised due to the exceedingly low electricity consumption. The final matter is the visual appearance and the high technology look of the LED energy saving light bulbs can look very good with contemporary interiors, but if yours is traditional you must choose wisely.