How many forum members does it takes to change a light bulb?

[Tom09]

Anybody have any good leads on flavored lamps? The ones I have now have the familiar burn when I lick them, but I'm looking for more flavor!

Sometimes I think that the commercial flavors never hold up to promises. There are very tasty recipes, however, posted in the lighting liquid DIY forum. You might like to check them out. Don't forget that high-end mixing equipment can help to liberate the flavors from raw ingredients.

 

[maureengill]

1 to change the light bulb and to post that the light bulb has been changed
14 to share similar experiences of changing light bulbs and how the light bulb could have been changed differently
7 to caution about the dangers of changing light bulbs
1 to move it to the Lighting section
2 to argue then move it to the Electricals section
7 to point out spelling/grammar errors in posts about changing light bulbs
5 to flame the spell checkers
3 to correct spelling/grammar flames
6 to argue over whether it's "lightbulb" or "light bulb" ... another 6 to condemn those 6 as stupid
2 industry professionals to inform the group that the proper term is "lamp"
15 know-it-alls who claim they were in the industry, and that "light bulb" is perfectly correct
19 to post that this forum is not about light bulbs and to please take this discussion to a lightbulb forum
11 to defend the posting to this forum saying that we all use light bulbs and therefore the posts are relevant to this forum
36 to debate which method of changing light bulbs is superior, where to buy the best light bulbs, what brand of light bulbs work best for this technique and what brands are faulty
7 to post URL's where one can see examples of different light bulbs
4 to post that the URL's were posted incorrectly and then post the corrected URL's
3 to post about links they found from the URL's that are relevant to this group which makes light bulbs relevant to this group
13 to link all posts to date, quote them in their entirety including all headers and signatures, and add "Me too"
5 to post to the group that they will no longer post because they cannot handle the light bulb controversy
4 to say "didn't we go through this already a short time ago?"
13 to say "do a Google search on light bulbs before posting questions about light bulbs"
1 forum lurker to respond to the original post 6 months from now and start it all over again.

me too

 

[DC2]

I really like my lightbulb, and haven't lit a candle in two weeks, but I'm really not getting enough heat from my lightbulb. I am getting a lot of light, and I can see things really well even at night, but there just isn't the same heat like my old candles. Is there anything I can do to get more heat? Please help, the heat is really important for me, and I'm really starting to worry that I'm going to go back to my candles.

 

[e-pipeman]

Firstly make sure that you're using clear bulbs. Opaque bulbs simply put a layer between you and the filament that you just don't need if you want to get properly heated. Don't go back to candles! Think of the damage they did to your clothes...how they made you smell...and how often you burned the house down. Bulbs are the future - think bulb!

 

[DC2]

Thanks!! This place is great! I don't think I would still be using bulbs if I hadn't found this place.

 

[angelique510]

Thank you everyone for all the information. I would like to cut down on my candle usage, they are so expensive and all my friends complain about the smell.

What I am wondering is - Are Light Bulbs Safe?

The reason I ask is because I have read that there are UV rays in the sun that give you skin cancer so you should avoid sunlight exposure. Since light bulbs produce light too, what is the risk of skin cancer? Light bulbs sound great, but I don't think we should risk skin cancer by using them until there have been long term studies.

I wonder if sunblock would help. I have seen 60, 12, and 8 sunblock. It is way too confusing. Can I mix 60 sunblock with lotion? I got some lotion at WalMart - did I get the right kind?

Thanks so much,
~A

 

[bluewraith]

Sometimes I think that the commercial flavors never hold up to promises. There are very tasty recipes, however, posted in the lighting liquid DIY forum. You might like to check them out. Don't forget that high-end mixing equipment can help to liberate the flavors from raw ingredients.

I think I'm doing it wrong..
YouTube - Will It Blend? - Light Bulbs

 

[bluewraith]

I think I'm doing it wrong..
YouTube - Will It Blend? - Light Bulbs

How about microwaves? Are these safe to use with our bulbs?

YouTube - Is It A Good Idea To Microwave A Light Bulb?

 

[e-pipeman]

The big difference between candles and bulbs lies in the combustion. When a candle burns it releases toxic fumes that you breathe in. A bulb, on the other hand, does not produce these toxic fumes. Have you seen pictures of lungs from a hardened candle user? Scary stuff!

 

[DC2]

I work during the night, and sleep all day, so I really don't need light. But lately I'm finding that on weekends when I am out with my buddies having a few beers I want some illumination sometimes. So I have been thinking of maybe using these "bulb" things because I am afraid I might start wanting more light now and then and I am worried that if I don't bulb I might start using candles.

I have been lurking here awhile, reading everything about light and electricity and filaments and scented oils, and I know some of you are going to say don't start using illumination if you don't need it. I can appreciate that, but there are times I really need to see and there just doesn't seem to be enough light.

Is there anywhere I can buy zero watt light bulbs?
Will they help me see any better in the dark?

Thanks!

 

[bluewraith]

I'm sorry guys, I had to. All this talk of candles made me go back.. and it was with 4 at once! I feel so terrible..


-edit-
Ok, I feel better now. I put the candles out because I wasn't getting any flavor from them at all anymore. Now I have a new problem though.. This device gives me tons and tons of flavor and smell, but very little lumens. What am I doing wrong?

 

[e-pipeman]

My advice - if you're not an addict then don't start! People who bulb do it because it's (possibly) a less dangerous way of handling their addiction. If you're not already hooked then you'd be wise to give bulbs a wide berth imho. And don't even think about candles - do you really want to be a social leper?

 

[Caesarea]

Seems to me this is no longer a thread but a mere filament.

 

[Surf Monkey]

Seems to me this is no longer a thread but a mere filament.

Awesome. Can I use that?

 

[bluewraith]

Seems to me this is no longer a thread but a mere filament.

Aww... Boo! Your jokes are bad and you should feel bad for telling them!

 

[Caesarea]

Aww... Boo! Your jokes are bad and you should feel bad for telling them!

I feel quite "put out" by that...

 

[Tom09]

Is there anywhere I can buy zero watt light bulbs?
Will they help me see any better in the dark?

I've only once tried the zero watts for stealth bulbing in a mandatory non-bulbing area. But I felt as if they strongly build up cravings for a good flash. So, I'd say that lightless bulbs are not really worth the hassle.

 

[bluewraith]

cravings for a good flash.

Have you thought about using one of these? You'll get tons of light, and before anybody can realize it, it will be over and you'll all be smiling!

 

[535cheetah]

OMG alll the pictures in this whole thread are photoshopped!!!! photoshop i say!!!!

 

[suhrim21]

I need to add this to favorites so I can bring this up again in 6 months

this was funny