How to choose LED bulbs
There is nothing but good news these days about LED bulbs since prices have dropped (they still cost more to buy than incandescent bulbs, but it will save you watts of money in the long term.) You can choose warmer colors of light instead of a more powerful light or a too-white light from older LEDs. The benefits of LED lights are clear. MIT Technology Review summarizes them: For the consumer, the main benefits of LED devices are clear: they are energy efficient, can last more than 20 years and, in many cases, emit good light. Prices have dropped steadily, as LED components have fallen in price and lighting companies introduce better designs. Consumers have suffered from confusion when selecting light bulbs, however. It is not surprising. LEDs come in different shapes and colors of light, and it's hard to know at a glance how they compare in brightness to our favorite incandescent bulbs. To simplify the experience of buying and using LED bulbs, this is what you need to know,...