OH has just returned with 3 new bulbs for home, the old energy savers were dull
but these are absolutely fab also save 83% energy


Osram LED superstar classic a 60 advanced 806 IM 10 w = 60w warm white b22d

its daylight in the dark amazing after struggling in the dull for so long
they have 4 years guarantee

the only problem is they are expensive, £10 from Tesco


here is a link to a twist fitting one ours are bayonet
http://www.amazon.co.uk/OSRAM-LED-Supers...rstar+a60+806im

notice the price difference

ideal for close work and for the ceiling light,
the light doesn't shine upwards if hanging down

I've been buying light bulbs via the internet for a couple of years now. There are several UK based specialist companies who provide excellent service. They can still supply the 'EU banned' incandescent lightbulbs if you want and I recently purchased three 60W equivalent LED bulbs with BC fittings for just over £8 each. I gave up on the old energy savers way back, as you say they're dull, slow to brighten and clunky overall as well as looking 'horrible in a light fitting.