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In reply to the discussion: Light bulb question [View all]

Marthe48

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7. Thanks for the idea
Thu Apr 10, 2025, 04:03 PM
Apr 2025

I avoid looking in any mirror, so it's mainly to light the room. I leave the light on all day to indirectly light the hall, so if I could reduce the stress on the bulbs, that'd be great!

I'll be looking for an electrician to do some small repairs. I'll definitely ask if a dimmer switch is possible for that light. There is a light switch on the wall, and the wiring is behind drywall.

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Light bulb question [View all] Marthe48 Apr 2025 OP
Answer: LuckyCharms Apr 2025 #1
Thank you Marthe48 Apr 2025 #3
EDIT TO ADD: LuckyCharms Apr 2025 #2
Yes,... base down allows the heat to vent up and away from the metal base where all the negative and positive,... magicarpet Apr 2025 #4
Edit to add,... magicarpet Apr 2025 #5
Thanks for the idea Marthe48 Apr 2025 #7
Might I suggest a toggle switch that is actually a dimmer swigch built in. magicarpet Apr 2025 #9
Some safety warnings are purely CYA warmomhs Warpy Apr 2025 #6
Oh memories! Marthe48 Apr 2025 #8
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