{"id":19079,"date":"2024-09-04T21:54:23","date_gmt":"2024-09-04T21:54:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/?p=19079"},"modified":"2025-11-29T03:42:00","modified_gmt":"2025-11-29T03:42:00","slug":"light-bulb-buying-guide-shapes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/light-bulb-buying-guide-shapes\/","title":{"rendered":"Lightbulb Shapes &#8211; Bulb &#038; Base Plug Designs with Typical Usage"},"content":{"rendered":"<div role=\"navigation\" aria-label=\"Table of Contents\" class=\"simpletoc shadedbg wp-block-simpletoc-toc\"><h2 class=\"simpletoc-title\">Table of Contents<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"simpletoc-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#shapes-of-light-bulbs\">Shapes of light bulbs<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#understanding-labeling-codes\">Understanding labeling codes<\/a>\n\n\n<ul><li>\n<a href=\"#label-definitions\">Label definitions<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<li><a href=\"#most-common-bulb-shapes\">Most common bulb shapes<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#base-or-plug-types\">Base or plug types<\/a>\n\n\n<ul><li>\n<a href=\"#screw-e\">Screw (E)<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#bayonet-ba\">Bayonet (BA)<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#bipin-or-bipost-g\">Bi-Pin or Bi-Post (G*)<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#wedge-w\">Wedge (W*)<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<li><a href=\"#light-bulb-designs-versus-capabilities\">Light bulb designs versus capabilities<\/a>\n<\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"shapes-of-light-bulbs\">Shapes of light bulbs<\/h2>\n\n\n<p>Contemporary light bulbs are available in a wide variety of shapes and sizes. This is needed to accommodate the ever-growing number of fixtures, lamps and lighting applications. Each light bulb has its own set of requirements, which can make finding the right one difficult. This section of our guide reviews some of the labeling, designations and components of the most common lightbulbs.<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"understanding-labeling-codes\">Understanding labeling codes<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<p>Manufacturers have developed a labeling system to help communicate light bulb requirements and recommendations for their lights. It can be confusing without a Rosetta Stone to decipher these codes.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"380\" height=\"380\" src=\"https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/underwriters-laboratories-380x380.jpg\" alt=\"Underwriters Laboratories\" class=\"wp-image-13147\" srcset=\"https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/underwriters-laboratories-380x380.jpg 380w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/underwriters-laboratories-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/underwriters-laboratories-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/underwriters-laboratories-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/underwriters-laboratories-75x75.jpg 75w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/underwriters-laboratories-468x468.jpg 468w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/underwriters-laboratories-430x430.jpg 430w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/underwriters-laboratories-500x500.jpg 500w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/underwriters-laboratories-670x670.jpg 670w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/underwriters-laboratories-830x830.jpg 830w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/underwriters-laboratories-930x930.jpg 930w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/underwriters-laboratories.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 380px) 100vw, 380px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group shadedbg\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"label-definitions\">Label definitions<\/h3>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Bulb<\/strong> &#8211; Designations consist of two parts: a letter(s) and a number. The letter represents the shape of the bulb, while the number indicates the width (in eighths of an inch).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Base<\/strong> \u2013 This identifies how the bulb connects to the socket of the light. It is designated by a letter(s) (type) and number (diameter in millimeters).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Wattage<\/strong> \u2013 The electrical power of a light or lamp is expressed in watts.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Voltage<\/strong> &#8211; The force of electricity flow is expressed in volts.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>UL\/cUL Approved<\/strong> &#8211; The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ul.com\/industries\/products-and-components\/lighting\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Underwriters Laboratory (U.S. and Canada)<\/a> inspects, tests and certifies lighting products to ensure safety.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"most-common-bulb-shapes\">Most common bulb shapes<\/h2>\n\n\n<p>Below are the most common shapes, their letter designations and typical usage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"702\" height=\"702\" src=\"https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/light-bulb-shapes-702x702.webp\" alt=\"Table with images, names and abbreviations for the most common light bulb shapes\" class=\"wp-image-19140\" srcset=\"https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/light-bulb-shapes-702x702.webp 702w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/light-bulb-shapes-333x333.webp 333w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/light-bulb-shapes-222x222.webp 222w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/light-bulb-shapes-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/light-bulb-shapes-75x75.webp 75w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/light-bulb-shapes-468x468.webp 468w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/light-bulb-shapes-113x113.webp 113w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/light-bulb-shapes-444x444.webp 444w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/light-bulb-shapes-452x452.webp 452w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/light-bulb-shapes-500x500.webp 500w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/light-bulb-shapes-670x670.webp 670w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/light-bulb-shapes-830x830.webp 830w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/light-bulb-shapes-930x930.webp 930w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/light-bulb-shapes-600x600.webp 600w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/light-bulb-shapes-120x120.webp 120w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/light-bulb-shapes.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 702px) 100vw, 702px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group shadedbg\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Arbitrary (A)<\/strong> \u2013 Standard use for most home lighting<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bullet or Blunt Tip (B)<\/strong> \u2013 Best when used for decorative lights or ceiling fans<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bulged Reflector (BR)<\/strong> \u2013 Interchangeable with Reflector bulbs for recessed track or can lighting<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bulged or Blown Tube (BT)<\/strong> \u2013 Usually used for table lamps<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Conic (C)<\/strong> \u2013 Mostly found in small appliances<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Candle (CA)<\/strong> \u2013 Great option for decorative use in chandeliers and wall lights<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Circline (CIR)<\/strong> \u2013 These can be found in some modern table lamps<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Elliptical (E)<\/strong> \u2013 Regular and dimpled versions of this bulb can be found in sports arenas, car dealerships, parking garages and industrial lighting<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Elliptical Reflector (ER)<\/strong> \u2013 Most often used in recessed lighting applications in hotels, offices and residences<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Flame (F)<\/strong> \u2013 Similar to Candle bulbs, these have blown or etched glass designs that make the light appear to flicker and are used in chandeliers, wall lights and restaurants<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Globe (G)<\/strong> \u2013 These spheres are often seen in vanities, marquees or modern chandeliers, pendants and wall lights<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Lantern Chimney (H)<\/strong> \u2013 Used in some decorative applications such as chandeliers, post or coach lights<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Mirrored Reflector (MR)<\/strong> \u2013 Usually used for commercial or retail accent and spot lighting<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pear Shaped (PS<\/strong><b>)<\/b> &#8211; An exaggerated version of the standard A19 type with straight sides, this bulb is used in retail stores and for utility company applications<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Parabolic Aluminized Reflector (PAR)<\/strong> \u2013 These hard glass lens bulbs directionally control the light beam from a focused spot to a flood, which makes them great for outdoor use or as recessed downlighting in museums and retail establishments<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Reflector (R)<\/strong> &#8211; Interchangeable with Bulged Reflector bulbs for recessed track or can lighting<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sign (S)<\/strong> \u2013 Works with lower-wattage lamps or signage in casinos, theaters and hotels<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Spiral or Twist (SPIRAL)<\/strong> \u2013 These CFL bulbs can replace the standard household A19s<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Straight Tapered (ST)<\/strong> \u2013 An extended version of the Sign bulb that is used in marquees and commercial signage<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Tubular (T)<\/strong> \u2013 Based on the type of bulb, these can be used in commercial signage, parking garages or appliances<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"base-or-plug-types\">Base or plug types<\/h2>\n\n\n<p>The light bulb base or plug type varies from light to light. Carefully check which is required for the socket, before buying a new light bulb. There&#8217;s nothing more frustrating than getting home and realizing you bought the wrong one and having to go back to Home Depot.<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"screw-e\">Screw (E)<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:67%\">\n<p>Most American home lighting applications use light bulbs with Edison screw bases that twist clockwise into the socket. They are designated by the letter E and a number representing the diameter in millimeters.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33%\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/lighting-guide-screw-base.jpg\" alt=\"Lighting Guide - Base Type - Screw\" class=\"wp-image-13152\" srcset=\"https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/lighting-guide-screw-base.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/lighting-guide-screw-base-380x380.jpg 380w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/lighting-guide-screw-base-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/lighting-guide-screw-base-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/lighting-guide-screw-base-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/lighting-guide-screw-base-75x75.jpg 75w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/lighting-guide-screw-base-468x468.jpg 468w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/lighting-guide-screw-base-430x430.jpg 430w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/lighting-guide-screw-base-500x500.jpg 500w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/lighting-guide-screw-base-670x670.jpg 670w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/lighting-guide-screw-base-830x830.jpg 830w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/lighting-guide-screw-base-930x930.jpg 930w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"bayonet-ba\">Bayonet (BA)<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:67%\">\n<p>This base typically has two male pins on either side that fit into corresponding female slots in the socket and lock with a clockwise twist. It is the standard in many countries associated with the British Empire and is usually designated by the letters BA, followed by the diameter.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33%\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/lighting-guide-bayonet-base.jpg\" alt=\"Lighting Guide - Base Type - Bayonet\" class=\"wp-image-13150\" srcset=\"https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/lighting-guide-bayonet-base.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/lighting-guide-bayonet-base-380x380.jpg 380w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/lighting-guide-bayonet-base-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/lighting-guide-bayonet-base-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/lighting-guide-bayonet-base-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/lighting-guide-bayonet-base-75x75.jpg 75w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/lighting-guide-bayonet-base-468x468.jpg 468w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/lighting-guide-bayonet-base-430x430.jpg 430w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/lighting-guide-bayonet-base-500x500.jpg 500w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/lighting-guide-bayonet-base-670x670.jpg 670w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/lighting-guide-bayonet-base-830x830.jpg 830w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/lighting-guide-bayonet-base-930x930.jpg 930w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"bipin-or-bipost-g\">Bi-Pin or Bi-Post (G*)<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:67%\">\n<p>Two pins or posts extend from the end of these bases and either plug into the socket or twist and lock. The <a href=\"http:\/\/www.iec.ch\/\">International Electrotechnical Commission (ITC)<\/a> has designated bi-pin base connectors as an international standard design for lamps. They are usually identified by the letter G, followed by another letter (extra feature) and a number, or just a number that indicates the pin spread in millimeters.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33%\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/lighting-guide-bi-post-base.jpg\" alt=\"Lighting Guide - Base Type - Bi-Pin or Bi-Post\" class=\"wp-image-13151\" srcset=\"https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/lighting-guide-bi-post-base.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/lighting-guide-bi-post-base-380x380.jpg 380w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/lighting-guide-bi-post-base-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/lighting-guide-bi-post-base-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/lighting-guide-bi-post-base-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/lighting-guide-bi-post-base-75x75.jpg 75w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/lighting-guide-bi-post-base-468x468.jpg 468w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/lighting-guide-bi-post-base-430x430.jpg 430w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/lighting-guide-bi-post-base-500x500.jpg 500w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/lighting-guide-bi-post-base-670x670.jpg 670w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/lighting-guide-bi-post-base-830x830.jpg 830w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/lighting-guide-bi-post-base-930x930.jpg 930w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"wedge-w\">Wedge (W*)<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:67%\">\n<p>Many small light bulbs utilize a wedge design base. These are similar to Bi-Pin bases, but they have two wires that contact the sides of the socket instead. Their wires are typically embedded outside a plastic base on which the bulb is mounted. It&#8217;s usually narrower at the tip than the bulb, which gives it its wedge shape. They are identified by the letter W, followed by other letters that detail the exact type and a number to specify the thickness in millimeters.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33%\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/lighting-guide-wedge-base.jpg\" alt=\"Lighting Guide - Base Type - Wedge\" class=\"wp-image-13153\" srcset=\"https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/lighting-guide-wedge-base.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/lighting-guide-wedge-base-380x380.jpg 380w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/lighting-guide-wedge-base-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/lighting-guide-wedge-base-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/lighting-guide-wedge-base-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/lighting-guide-wedge-base-75x75.jpg 75w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/lighting-guide-wedge-base-468x468.jpg 468w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/lighting-guide-wedge-base-430x430.jpg 430w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/lighting-guide-wedge-base-500x500.jpg 500w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/lighting-guide-wedge-base-670x670.jpg 670w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/lighting-guide-wedge-base-830x830.jpg 830w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/lighting-guide-wedge-base-930x930.jpg 930w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"light-bulb-designs-versus-capabilities\">Light bulb designs versus capabilities<\/h2>\n\n\n<p>The design of a light bulb is a critical factor in assessing compatibility with various lamps but its functional capability is too. The next section of our guide identifies the illumination requirements of different room types and compares lightbulbs.<\/p>\n\n\n<section class=\"gb-block-post-grid featuredpost aligncenter\"><h2 class=\"gb-post-grid-section-title\">Guide Sections<\/h2><div class=\"gb-post-grid-items is-grid columns-2\"><article id=\"post-19077\" class=\"gb-post-grid-item post-19077 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail category-guide-light-bulbs category-guides category-lighting tag-guide-light-bulbs entry\"><div class=\"gb-block-post-grid-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/light-bulb-buying-guide\/\" rel=\"bookmark\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"333\" height=\"222\" src=\"https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/light-bulb-buying-guide-333x222.webp\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium\" alt=\"Metal shopping basket with bright blue handles full of a variety of light bulbs\" srcset=\"https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/light-bulb-buying-guide-333x222.webp 333w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/light-bulb-buying-guide-222x148.webp 222w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/light-bulb-buying-guide-113x75.webp 113w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/light-bulb-buying-guide-444x296.webp 444w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/light-bulb-buying-guide-452x301.webp 452w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/light-bulb-buying-guide-500x333.webp 500w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/light-bulb-buying-guide-670x447.webp 670w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/light-bulb-buying-guide-600x400.webp 600w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/light-bulb-buying-guide.webp 702w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 333px) 100vw, 333px\" \/><\/a><\/div><div class=\"gb-block-post-grid-text\"><header class=\"gb-block-post-grid-header\"><h3 class=\"gb-block-post-grid-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/light-bulb-buying-guide\/\" rel=\"bookmark\">Light Bulb Buying Guide<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"gb-block-post-grid-byline\"><\/div><\/header><div class=\"gb-block-post-grid-excerpt\"><\/div><\/div><\/article>\n<article id=\"post-19081\" class=\"gb-post-grid-item post-19081 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail category-guide-light-bulbs category-lighting tag-guide-light-bulbs entry\"><div class=\"gb-block-post-grid-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/light-bulb-buying-guide-comparisons\/\" rel=\"bookmark\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"333\" height=\"222\" src=\"https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/light-bulb-buying-guide-comparisons-333x222.webp\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium\" alt=\"Lit LED and incandescent light bulbs standing side by side on a hardwood deck\" srcset=\"https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/light-bulb-buying-guide-comparisons-333x222.webp 333w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/light-bulb-buying-guide-comparisons-222x148.webp 222w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/light-bulb-buying-guide-comparisons-113x75.webp 113w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/light-bulb-buying-guide-comparisons-444x296.webp 444w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/light-bulb-buying-guide-comparisons-452x301.webp 452w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/light-bulb-buying-guide-comparisons-500x333.webp 500w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/light-bulb-buying-guide-comparisons-670x447.webp 670w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/light-bulb-buying-guide-comparisons-600x400.webp 600w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/light-bulb-buying-guide-comparisons.webp 702w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 333px) 100vw, 333px\" \/><\/a><\/div><div class=\"gb-block-post-grid-text\"><header class=\"gb-block-post-grid-header\"><h3 class=\"gb-block-post-grid-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/light-bulb-buying-guide-comparisons\/\" rel=\"bookmark\">Light Bulb Comparisons &#8211; Lumens, Room Requirements &#038; Costs<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"gb-block-post-grid-byline\"><\/div><\/header><div class=\"gb-block-post-grid-excerpt\"><\/div><\/div><\/article>\n<article id=\"post-19083\" class=\"gb-post-grid-item post-19083 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail category-guide-light-bulbs category-lighting tag-guide-light-bulbs entry\"><div class=\"gb-block-post-grid-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/light-bulb-buying-guide-recommendations-by-lamp\/\" rel=\"bookmark\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"333\" height=\"222\" src=\"https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/light-bulb-buying-guide-recommendations-lamp-333x222.webp\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/light-bulb-buying-guide-recommendations-lamp-333x222.webp 333w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/light-bulb-buying-guide-recommendations-lamp-222x148.webp 222w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/light-bulb-buying-guide-recommendations-lamp-113x75.webp 113w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/light-bulb-buying-guide-recommendations-lamp-444x296.webp 444w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/light-bulb-buying-guide-recommendations-lamp-452x301.webp 452w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/light-bulb-buying-guide-recommendations-lamp-500x333.webp 500w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/light-bulb-buying-guide-recommendations-lamp-670x447.webp 670w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/light-bulb-buying-guide-recommendations-lamp-600x400.webp 600w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/light-bulb-buying-guide-recommendations-lamp.webp 702w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 333px) 100vw, 333px\" \/><\/a><\/div><div class=\"gb-block-post-grid-text\"><header class=\"gb-block-post-grid-header\"><h3 class=\"gb-block-post-grid-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/light-bulb-buying-guide-recommendations-by-lamp\/\" rel=\"bookmark\">Selecting the Best Light Bulbs \u2013 Recommendations by Lamp Type<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"gb-block-post-grid-byline\"><\/div><\/header><div class=\"gb-block-post-grid-excerpt\"><\/div><\/div><\/article>\n<\/div><\/section>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Contemporary light bulbs are available in a wide variety of shapes and sizes. 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