How do you get decent low-energy illumination?

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Here in New Zealand, low-energy compact fluorescent light bulbs are bloody pathetic.  The brightest one on the market consumes 20 watts and gives the equivalent brightness of a 100 watt incandescent bulb.  The only room in our house where you can read in comfort has a chandelier with five of them.  What can be done about this problem at a reasonable cost?  Why can't you buy compact fluorescent lights with a reasonable light output?  In this country power supply is 230 volts, and light bulbs have a bayonet fitting.  Are usable low power bulbs available anywhere in the world?  Even our local electrician can't give me an answer.

Anonymous · Accepted Answer

Have you tried importing some? There are some really great fluorescent light bulbs with a 60 watt usage but a 1000 lumens output. I've seen one at a local store for $20.I've looked for some of the 60 watt cfls, but I haven't found any, but if you really need the right kind of light bulb and can't find any at your nearest store, you should order some online! :)

roderick_young · Answer

It must be a huge room.  If I'm reading correctly, 500 watts of incandescent in the chandelier would not be enough to light the room for your needs?  Maybe adding additional lamps distributed around the room would help?

If it's a really large space, you might consider sodium vapor lamps.

raghav · Answer

Use a table lamp to brighten the books. You will not need such a bright light all the while in the living or study room. You just need to brighten the book which you are reading.

Adam · Answer

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How do you get decent low-energy illumination?

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