Sylvania 29149 13-Watt 120-Volt Compact Fluorescent MiniTwist Lamp with Medium Base, Warm White, 12 Pack #CF13ELMTWSTCVP

by Sylvania

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From the Manufacturer

Sylvania 29149 13-Watt 120-Volt Compact Fluorescent (CFL) MiniTwist lamp bulbs cast a warm white light and are more illuminating than an incandescent bulb. These bulbs are a fantastic way to help curb energy consumption and lower electric bills. #CF13ELMTWSTCVP

Product Description

Dulux EL 13W compact fluorescent lamp with integral 120V ballast, medium screw base, color temperature 2700K, 82 CRI

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• Shipping Weight: 3 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B000Z7AIDM
• Item model number: 29149
• Average Customer Review: 3.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (40 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #77,015 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)

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71 of 77 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Not instant-on, February 18, 2008

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R. Brome (Philadelphia, PA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Sylvania 29149 13-Watt 120-Volt Compact Fluorescent MiniTwist Lamp with Medium Base, Warm White, 12 Pack #CF13ELMTWSTCVP (Tools & Home Improvement)

These bulbs are decent, but they do not light up instantly like some other models/brands. They take 1/2 - 1 second to come on, so they're not great for a hallway unless you would normally leave them on all of the time anyway.

The light color is very white. It's not too blue-ish or green-ish, but it's not as "soft" as the "soft white" of other brands; you won't mistake it for incandescent.

With those caveats, this is still a decent bulb. I'd buy a Sylvania CFL way before I'd buy a GE CFL.

17 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars I think these are a reasonable deal..., February 18, 2008

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S. Bacon "quansoo" (USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Sylvania 29149 13-Watt 120-Volt Compact Fluorescent MiniTwist Lamp with Medium Base, Warm White, 12 Pack #CF13ELMTWSTCVP (Tools & Home Improvement)

I have found better prices, [...]. I have installed them throughout our house and note the following:

Noticeable reduction in power bill.
Perfectly reasonable light, especially in shaded lights.
Best for areas where lights are on for more than 30'.
Not good for closets or similar "off-on" situations.
Last for a long time.
Can't be used with dimmers.
Take a few bulbs to local recycler about twice a year.

45 of 55 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Don't "Stock up" until you know what you are buying!, April 22, 2008

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Mark from Jersey - See all my reviews

This review is from: Sylvania 29149 13-Watt 120-Volt Compact Fluorescent MiniTwist Lamp with Medium Base, Warm White, 12 Pack #CF13ELMTWSTCVP (Tools & Home Improvement)

Compact florescent(CF) bulbs are a great way to lower your energy costs,reduce heat and extend the life of your bulbs.That being said be aware that different types/brands have different Operating characteristics, some have harsh almost "Halloween" style light, some take a minute or so to warm up to full brightness, some take a split second to come on at all. Not every CF is going to meet your needs in a particular situation, so try different ones until you find the ones that say look good in the kitchen, although others might be better to read by,don't feel bad using a Halogen to read if the CF gives you a headache, and don't "Stock Up" until you have tried and like the light output.