LED lightbulbs

Types of LED light bulbs

So many options in LED bulbs await you to help you express your specific sense of style.

Go with curvaceous white opal LED light bulbs or choose ones in elongated, chandelier style. Browse several LED bulb options with the elegant expression of handcrafted glass for a living room, kitchen or home office dotted with well-worked materials. Choose a robust, round decorative bulb with smoky glass that emits an ember-like glow when you flip the light switch. Whether hanging from pendant lighting or used with a table lamp, there will be a separation from the outer shell of smoky glass and the glowing orange ball encased inside, for a stunning, artful effect. A variation of the same LED light bulb presents muddled amber colored glass for a soothing display that creates patterns on walls and ceilings. This LED light bulb spreads the same warm light as a traditional 80W light bulb–without flickering or emitting any sound. Just what you need to create a nice, cozy atmosphere in the room.

Find other decorative LED bulbs that let their filaments do the talking either through clear or color tinted glass, such as pink hued light bulbs with glowing filaments. Decorative ones, such as Edison bulbs, are great to hang from the ceiling over a cozy breakfast nook where you can also enjoy cocktails on a quiet evening at home, or with a table lamp by your bed. Use it with a transparent lampshade or without to get a retro style.

Choose LED light bulbs with a studded spotlight effect, reminiscent of disco balls or GU10 bulbs with more traditional spotlight—either of which are perfect for recessed lighting in any room. Select dimmable energy efficient light bulbs that help you adjust the mood and atmosphere for any occasion. With smart dimmable bulbs, the more you turn them down, the warmer the light gets, so you can easily create a soft and cozy light.

LED bulb lumens and base sizes

Select round LED light bulbs with a 2” diameter, or go with longer, more slender chandelier style bulbs with a 1” diameter. Or go big with decorative bulbs ranging from 5” to 6”—enough room to create a stunning effect between smoky or color tinted glass and the glow of stunning filaments. The size and lighting effect you choose comes down to the look you want. Choose decorative LED bulbs with ruffled, etched lines or go with the rustic look of bulbs that look like they’re made from repurposed glass jars.

After shape, size and color, it’s time to decide just how much crisp lighting you want. So, it’s time to talk lumens—or the amount of light you want from your LED bulbs. For everyday task lighting in the bathroom or kitchen, it could be ideal to go with the maximum range of LED lighting, so between 250 and 450 lumen of IKEA opal globe and chandelier white light bulbs.

Daylight bulbs go even further by going as high as 400-600 lumen—which is perfect for recessed lighting and high ceilings. These LED spotlights are also dimmable—just turn the dial on the wall and enjoy.

For cozier situations, such as intimate dinner parties or bedside reading, select stunning LED bulbs with standout decorative effects with more intimate lighting levels of 80 to 200 lumens.

And just because you need sharp tasking lighting in the kitchen or bathroom doesn’t mean you can’t cool things down. Either go with dimmable LED lighting or pair brighter LED bulbs in wall or ceiling sconces with cooler lighting options. 

What are the pros and cons of LED light bulbs?

The pros of LED bulbs are that they can be as much as 85% more energy efficient and last 20 times longer than standard incandescent light bulbs. They also run cooler as well. The potential cost savings on your electricity bill and the need to purchase light bulbs less often can do more than just offset the somewhat higher cost of LED bulbs. 

Can you replace any light bulb with LED bulbs?

In most cases, yes—as long as they fit and the lighting fixture provides the minimum wattage they require. 

Can you put LED bulbs in a regular light fixture?

Yes, as long as the minimum wattage level is met. Old school dimmer systems, however, are often not compatible with LED bulbs.