energy light bulbs

[janbee]

Does anyone know a make of energy light bulbs which are compatible with dimmer switches? Thank you

[eyebrows]

and while were at it, ones that you can actually notice teh difference between them when they are on or off.....they save energy because they barely light up a room...imo

[buildersmate]

You are looking for this type, JB.
http://www.screwfix.com/prods/51817/Lighting-L amps/Energy-Saving-Lamps/Bayonet-Clip-Lamps/Di mmable-Spiral-Energy-Saving-BC-20W-Compact-Flu orescent-Lamp
Becoming more widely available, but still hideously costly. I suggest you wait a few months for the manufacturers to have recouped their development costs by sellers to 'early the adopters'.
Eyebrow - an answer to your question is to up the 'labelled wattage'. You won't mess up the fitting through overheating if you fit a high-wattage energy-efficient bulb - because it producs gar less heat. Try putting 75W equivalents in slots where 60W conventionals came out.

[eyebrows]

lol was tongue in cheek, have 75w in teh kitchen, but still not bright enough.....oh well

[buildersmate]

Then 90W equivalents?
http://www.screwfix.com/prods/21448/Lighting-L amps/Energy-Saving-Lamps/Bayonet-Clip-Lamps/Sp iral-Energy-Saving-BC-18W-Compact-Fluorescent- Lamp
You may even by able to get 100W equivalents (20W actual) at reasonable cost (less than �1) by now.

[janbee]

thank you buildersmate. It's good to know that info. You've been really helpful. Thank you and if it's not too late - Happy new year to you and yours. Thanks again for your help.

[Disco Fever]

Also try http://www.megamanuk.com/products/product.php? sid=13

I use Megaman all the time in different places like homes, industrial and commercial....

[janbee]

thank you disco fever. All help very gratefully received. Thanks again