Achieve better living through different types of light bulbs -- new york magazine - nymag

Achieve better living through different types of light bulbs -- new york magazine - nymag

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BULBRITE MR16, $18 Use this crisp white bulb in the living room to bring out the color of a wall or spotlight a painting. Choose different color temperatures based on décor; the darker the


room, the lower the temperature. SYLVANIA COMPACT FLUORESCENT DULUX, $5–$12 Use a lower-temperature version of this bulb in the kitchen, where its yellow-pink tinge gives a light, airy feel.


The more unforgiving light of the higher temperatures is for the bathroom. CHROMALUX FULL SPECTRUM CLEAR 40 WATTS, $7 This faux-natural light enhances the color of fabrics and textures. Use


it on lamps in nurseries and bedrooms, or in the office—it reduces eye strain while reading. SPUNLITE 60C15S60 WATTS, $6.95 For use in small-socket chandeliers, it’s covered in threads that


cast a pretty pattern and make crystal on the table sparkle. FERROWATT ANTIQUE F1910N, 40 WATTS, $19.95. This reproduction of Thomas Edison’s 1910 design creates a warm, golden light effect


and is a good match for antiques. I LOVE YOU 3 WATTS, $15 Glowing pink neon is purely sappy, or whimsical, depending on your taste.