Originally Posted by
QuiltE
...... and to think these are better than the old-fashioned incandescents that are now at the end of their life?
Love this response, I have asked that question many times. The new bulbs cost more, are worse for the environment and do not last any longer than the old ones. I installed one of the the new bulbs the day before Christmas, cost almost $12.00. I replaced it today, burned out already. I had the box and the receipt, so I returned it. They acted like I was crazy. The guy behind the desk pointed out to me, as stated on the box, that the bulb should last 20 times longer than the old style. Well, the bulb it replaced was installed in our new house...13 years ago. I am buying up as many of the old style I can get my hands on.