Martha Stewart Living

Martha Stewart Living
September 2008
Homekeeping
Written by: Suzanne Kantra

By now, the case for energy-efficient lightbulbs has been made by many and publicized widely. So there’s no need to repeat it here. Less well-known, even among those who have made the switch, is how to be happy with the light these bulbs emit and the ambience they create. Some people quietly curse the ghastly glow that’s cast by certain compact fluorescents. Others miss the look of traditional bulbs and find it hard to embrace glass coils. But better and more varied bulbs have become available, and decorative solutions (sometimes simply a good lampshade) can alleviate any harsh effects. Whatever the setting, there’s an energy-saving lightbulb that will work.