To save energy and lower your bills, choose bulbs with lower wattage that still give you the brightness you need.
This guide is designed to make choosing the right light bulbs for your home easier. We know it can be overwhelming to navigate all the options, so we’ve compiled answers to the most common questions we receive. This way, you can make informed decisions and find the perfect bulbs with confidence.
Wattage
WATTS: ENERGY USED BY THE BULB
Lumens
LUMENS: THE BRIGHTNESS OF THE BULB
The higher the lumens, the more light is spread throughout the room.
For example, higher lumens are great for areas where you need more light, like a kitchen, while lower lumens work well for creating a softer, ambient atmosphere in spaces like living rooms.
Kelvins (CCT)
KELVINS: THE COLOR TEMPERATURE OF THE BULBS
Kelvins measure the color of light a bulb gives off, helping create the right mood for any space.
2,700K - Warm and Cozy
A soft, warm light perfect for living rooms, kitchens, and bedrooms, creating a relaxed atmosphere.
3,000K - Welcoming and Relaxing
A slightly cooler light ideal for bathrooms, entryways, and outdoor spaces, offering a calm and inviting feel.
3,500K, 4,000K, 5,000K - Vibrant and Crisp
Bright, clear light suited for workspaces, garages, basements, and commercial areas where visibility is key.
Bulb Shapes & Bases
Standard/Medium Base E26
The most common base, used in most household fixtures and lamps.
Candelabra Base E12
A smaller base, typically found in chandeliers and decorative fixtures.
Bulb Shapes
Different shapes serve various lighting needs, from decorative accents to task lighting.
A (Standard)
The most common household bulb. Models like A-19 and A-21 fit most fixtures and are widely available.
B (Blunt Tip)
Candle-like bulbs with a blunt, rounded tip, often used in chandeliers and decorative fixtures.
C (Candle)
Tapered, cone-shaped bulbs, often used in chandeliers for a decorative, cozy look.
CA (Candle Angular)
Tapered, flame-like bulbs, often used in chandeliers or decorative lighting.
F (Flame)
Bulbs designed to mimic the shape of a flame, often used for decorative or ambient lighting.
G (Globe)
Round bulbs in various sizes, perfect for pendant lights or ceiling fixtures, providing even, wide light.
S (Straight-sided)
Cylindrical bulbs, typically used in standard lighting fixtures.
T (Tube)
Tubular bulbs in different sizes, commonly used in pendants, sconces, and picture lighting, offering focused light.
