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What Kind of Light Bulb Should I Get?Updated 2 years ago

We offer three different light bulbs, the 4-watt, 8-watt, and 10-watt. All three fit comfortably inside our mid-sized and large shades. However, only the 4-watt and 8-watt light bulbs fit comfortably inside our mini-pendants. All of our LED light bulbs have a standard E26 base, are valued at 2700 K of warm white light, and are dimmable and work with most standard LED dimmer switches.

The first option is the 4-watt (4W) bulb. It compares to a 35 to 40-watt incandescent light (~350 lumens) and is best suited for decorative lighting. 4W bulbs work great if you have other lights in the room or prefer dim lighting. If you choose a 4W, it is free with any order of glass.

The second option is the 8-watt (8W) bulb. It compares to a 60 to 65-watt incandescent light (~750 lumens) and is best suited for task lighting. 8W bulbs work great over kitchen islands, dining tables, and other spaces where a solid light source is needed.

The third option is the 10-watt (10W) bulb*. It compares to a 70 to 75-watt incandescent light (~1100 lumens). 10W bulbs work great if you plan on using our fixtures as a work light or a main source of light and there are few other sources of light in the space.

*Our dimmable light bulbs are compatible with most but not all dimmer switches.

*The 10-watt bulb does not fit inside our mini-size shades (147, 301, 513, 763) as the light bulb sticks out the bottom of the glass.

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