How to Buy Lightbulbs: A Designers Guide to Selecting and Purchasing the Best Light Bulbs, with Links to Buy Bulbs Online

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Are you stumped in the lighting aisle at your local hardware store or by the overwhelming number of listings on Amazon? Use this guide to know how to buy the correct light bulb every time.This short guide includes information on color temperature, bulb types, when and how to layer lighting, and specific links to trusted bulbs selected by a high-end interior designer.You'll have links to the best and most trusted standard light bulbs, Edison bulbs, globe bulbs, candelabra bulbs, nightlight bulbs, under-cabinet lighting, recessed lighting, outdoor bulbs, Christmas or twinkle light strings, and other various lightbulbs.You'll also get links to my favorite lighting controls, dimmers, timers and dawn to dusk bulbs.Written by an interior designer with 20 years of experience selecting, testing and sourcing light bulbs for clients. This guide will save you hours of time and help you get a cohesive, luxurious looking lighting scheme in your own home!This booklet includes easy-to-read and actionable guidance on the following:Light Bulb TypesA Quick Lesson in Color TheoryLighting MeasurementsHow to Read the Bulb PackageLightbulb BasesLightbulb ShapesCarol's Favorite Light Bulbs to PurchaseStandard (A19)Globe(G40)EdisonCandelabra (E14)Window Candle / Nightlight (E11)Different Lighting Types and When to Use ThemRecessed LightsChandeliersPendantsFlush MountsSconcesTable LampsFloor LampsHoliday & Outdoor LightingLighting ControlsPro TipsUnder-cabinet LightingSmart & Dusk to Dawn Bulbs