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Osram
Osram Dulux T PL-T 18W 827 GX24D-2-2pin Warm White Compact Fluorescent LampSpecifications: 18W GX24d-2 (2 pin) Base Compact Fluorescent 1200 Lumens 20,000 Hour Average Life 2700K (Warm white) Osram Brand This PL-T Triple turn compact fluorescent lamp has an excellent average life of 20,000 hours. These bulbs offer excellent...£5.94 (Inc. VAT)£4.95 (Ex. VAT) -
Osram
Osram Dulux T PL-T 26W 827 GX24D-3-2pin Warm White Compact Fluorescent LampSpecifications: 26W GX24d-3 (2 pin) Base Compact Fluorescent 1800 Lumens 8,000 Hour Average Life 2700K (Warm white) Osram Brand This PL-T Triple turn compact fluorescent lamp has an excellent average life of 20,000 hours. These bulbs offer excellent...£5.94 (Inc. VAT)£4.95 (Ex. VAT) -
Osram
Osram Dulux T/E 26w 840 4Pin Cool White GX24q-3Specifications: 26W GX24q-3 (4 pin) Base Compact Fluorescent 1800 Lumens 20,000 Hour Average Life 4000K (Cool white) Osram Brand This PL-T Triple turn compact fluorescent lamp has an excellent average life of 20,000 hours. These bulbs offer excellent...£5.94 (Inc. VAT)£4.95 (Ex. VAT) -
Osram
Osram Dulux T/E 32w 840 4Pin Cool White GX24q-3Specifications: 32W GX24q-3 (4 pin) Base Compact Fluorescent 2250 Lumens 20,000 Hour Average Life 4000K (Cool white) Osram Brand This PL-T Triple turn compact fluorescent lamp has an excellent average life of 20,000 hours. These bulbs offer excellent...£5.94 (Inc. VAT)£4.95 (Ex. VAT) -
Osram
Osram Dulux T/E PL-T 18W 840 GX24Q-2-4pin Cool White Compact Fluorescent LampSpecifications: 18W GX24q-2 (4 pin) Base Compact Fluorescent 1200 Lumens 20,000 Hour Average Life 4000K (Cool white) Osram Brand This PL-T Triple turn compact fluorescent lamp has an excellent average life of 20,000 hours. These bulbs offer excellent...£5.94 (Inc. VAT)£4.95 (Ex. VAT) -
Osram
Osram Dulux T/E PL-T 26W 830 GX24Q-3-4pin Warm White Compact Fluorescent LampSpecifications: 26W GX24q-3 (4 pin) Base Compact Fluorescent 1800 Lumens 20,000 Hour Average Life 3000K (Warm white) Osram Brand This PL-T Triple turn compact fluorescent lamp has an excellent average life of 20,000 hours. These bulbs offer excellent...£5.94 (Inc. VAT)£4.95 (Ex. VAT) -
Osram
Osram Dulux T/E PL-T 42W 827 GX24Q-4-4pin Warm White Compact Fluorescent LampSpecifications: 42W GX24q-4 (4 pin) Base Compact Fluorescent 3200 Lumens 20,000 Hour Average Life 2700K (Warm white) Osram Brand This PL-T Triple turn compact fluorescent lamp has an excellent average life of 20,000 hours. These bulbs offer excellent...£5.94 (Inc. VAT)£4.95 (Ex. VAT) -
Osram
Osram Dulux T/E PL-T 42W 840 GX24Q-4-4pin Cool White Compact Fluorescent LampSpecifications: 42W GX24q-4 (4 pin) Base Compact Fluorescent 3200 Lumens 20,000 Hour Average Life 4000K (Cool white) Osram Brand This PL-T Triple turn compact fluorescent lamp has an excellent average life of 20,000 hours. These bulbs offer excellent...£5.94 (Inc. VAT)£4.95 (Ex. VAT) -
Radium
Radium Ralux T PL-T 13W 827 GX24D-1-2pin Warm White Compact Fluorescent LampSpecifications: 13W GX24d-1 (2 pin) Base Compact Fluorescent 900 Lumens 20,000 Hour Average Life 2700K (Warm White) Radium Brand This PL-T Triple turn compact fluorescent lamp has an excellent average life of 20,000 hours. These bulbs offer excellent...£5.94 (Inc. VAT)£4.95 (Ex. VAT) -
Radium
Radium Ralux T/E 26W 830 PL-T GX24Q-3-4pin Warm White Compact Fluorescent LampSpecifications: 26W GX24q-3 (4 pin) Base Compact Fluorescent 1800 Lumens 20,000 Hour Average Life 3000K (Warm white) Radium Brand This PL-T Triple turn compact fluorescent lamp has an excellent average life of 20,000 hours. These bulbs offer excellent...£5.94 (Inc. VAT)£4.95 (Ex. VAT) -
Sylvania
Sylvania Lynx T PL-T 18W 827 GX24D-2-2pin Warm White Compact Fluorescent Lamp - 27800Specifications: 18W GX24d-2 (2pin) Base Compact Fluorescent 1200 Lumens 2700K (Warm white) Sylvania Brand Upgrade your lighting with the Sylvania Lynx T 18w 827 2Pin Warm White GX24d-2 bulb. With its warm white glow, this energy-efficient bulb creates...£5.94 (Inc. VAT)£4.95 (Ex. VAT) -
Sylvania
Sylvania Lynx T PL-T 18W 830 GX24D-2-2pin Warm White Compact Fluorescent Lamp - 027801Specifications: 18W GX24d-2 (2pin) Base Compact Fluorescent 1210 Lumens 3000K (Warm White) Sylvania Brand The Sylvania Lynx T 18w 830 2Pin Warm White GX24d-2 bulb provides a cosy and inviting warm white light. With its energy-efficient design, it helps...£5.94 (Inc. VAT)£4.95 (Ex. VAT) -
Sylvania
Sylvania Lynx T PL-T 26W 827 GX24D-3-2pin Warm White Compact Fluorescent Lamp - 0027810Specifications: 26W GX24d-3 (2 pin) Base Compact Fluorescent 1800 Lumens 2700K (Warm white) Sylvania Brand Upgrade your lighting with the Sylvania Lynx T 26w 827 2 Pin Warm White GX24d-3 bulb. Emitting a warm white glow, this energy-efficient bulb...£5.94 (Inc. VAT)£4.95 (Ex. VAT) -
Sylvania
Sylvania Lynx T/E 26W PL-T 827 GX24Q-3-4pin Warm White Compact Fluorescent Lamp - 27820Specifications: 26W GX24q-3 (4 pin) Base Compact Fluorescent 1800 Lumens 2700K (Warm White) Sylvania Brand Upgrade your lighting with the Sylvania Lynx TE 26w 827 4 Pin Warm White GX24q-3 bulb. With its warm white glow, this energy-efficient bulb...£5.94 (Inc. VAT)£4.95 (Ex. VAT) -
Sylvania
Sylvania Lynx T/E PL-T 18W 827 GX24Q-2-4pin Warm White Compact Fluorescent Lamp - 0027815Specifications: 18W GX24q-2 (4pin) Base Compact Fluorescent 1200 Lumens 2700K (Warm White) Sylvania Brand Upgrade your lighting with the Sylvania Lynx T/E 18w 827 4Pin Warm White GX24q-2 bulb. With its warm white glow, this energy-efficient bulb...£5.94 (Inc. VAT)£4.95 (Ex. VAT) -
Sylvania
Sylvania Lynx T/E PL-T 42W 840 GX24Q-4-4pin Cool White Compact Fluorescent Lamp - 0027861Specifications: 42W GX24q-4 (4 pin) Base Compact Fluorescent 3200 Lumens 4000K (Cool white) Sylvania Brand Illuminate your space with the Sylvania Lynx T/E 42w 840 4 Pin Cool White GX24q-4 bulb. Emitting a cool white light, this energy-efficient bulb...£5.94 (Inc. VAT)£4.95 (Ex. VAT) -
Bell Lighting
Bell 38W 835 GR10Q-4pin 2D Lamp White Compact Fluorescent Bulb - 04180Specifications: 38w 4 Pin GR10q 835 3500K White 2700 Lumens 10,000 Hour Average Life Bell Brand Discover the energy-efficient BELL 38W 2D, also known as a CFL Square lamp, at Heathfield LED. With a white colour (835 - 3500K), this lamp offers...£6.00 (Inc. VAT)£5.00 (Ex. VAT) -
Tungsram
Tungsram 38W GR10Q-4pin 2D Lamp 3500k White Compact Fluorescent BulbSpecifications: 38w 4 Pin GR10q 835 3500K White 3020 Lumens 18,000 Hour Average Life Tungsram Brand Customers will Find the price and quality of this 2D CFL unmatched. This energy efficient 2D lamp features a 4 pin base (GR10q) and has an average life...£6.00 (Inc. VAT)£5.00 (Ex. VAT) -
Tungsram
Tungsram GR8-2pin 2D Lamp 2700k Warm White Compact Fluorescent BulbSpecifications: 28w 2 Pin GR8 827 2700K (Warm White) 2150 Lumens 12,000 Hour Average Life Tungsram Brand Customers will Find the price and quality of this 2D CFL unmatched. This energy efficient 2D lamp features a 2 pin base (GR8) and has an average...£6.00 (Inc. VAT)£5.00 (Ex. VAT) -
Crompton
Crompton 28W 2D CFL Lamp GR8-2pin 4000K Cool White Compact Fluorescent BulbSpecifications: Lamp Type: 2D Compact Fluorescent Lamp (CFL) Wattage: 28 Watts Cap/Base: GR8 (2-Pin) Colour Temperature: 4000K – Cool White Luminous Flux: Approx. 2,050 lumens Colour Rendering Index (CRI): >=80 – for clear, natural light...£6.12 (Inc. VAT)£5.10 (Ex. VAT) -
Philips
Philips Master PL-C 10W 827 G24D-1-2pin Warm White Compact Fluorescent LampSpecifications: 10W G24d-1 (2pin) Base Compact Fluorescent 600 Lumens 13,000 Hour Average Life 2700K (Warm white) Philips Brand This PL-C Double turn compact fluorescent lamp has an excellent average life of 13,000 hours. These bulbs offer excellent...£6.60 (Inc. VAT)£5.50 (Ex. VAT) -
Philips
Philips Master PL-C 13W 827 G24Q-1-4pin Warm White Compact Fluorescent LampSpecifications: 13W G24q-1 (4pin) Base Compact Fluorescent 900 Lumens 13,000 Hour Average Life 2700K (Warm white) Philips Brand This PL-C Double turn compact fluorescent lamp has an excellent average life of 13,000 hours. These bulbs offer excellent...£6.60 (Inc. VAT)£5.50 (Ex. VAT) -
Philips
Philips MASTER PL-C 13W 830 G24D-1-2pin Warm White Compact Fluorescent LampSpecifications: 13W G24D-1-2pin Base 3000K (Warm white) Philips Brand The Philips PL-C 13W 830 2 Pin Compact Fluorescent Lamp is a high-efficiency CFL designed for commercial and professional lighting applications. Featuring a G24d-1 2-pin base,...£6.60 (Inc. VAT)£5.50 (Ex. VAT) -
Philips
Philips Master PL-C 18W 830 G24Q-2-4pin Warm White Compact Fluorescent LampSpecifications: 18W G24q-2 (4pin) Base Compact Fluorescent 1200 Lumens 13,000 Hour Average Life 3000K (Warm white) Philips Brand This PL-C Double turn compact fluorescent lamp has an excellent average life of 13,000 hours. These bulbs offer excellent...£6.60 (Inc. VAT)£5.50 (Ex. VAT)
Compact Fluorescent
Our compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFLs) offer energy-efficient, long-lasting lighting for a wide range of applications. PL-S bulbs are ideal for tight spaces, delivering reliable performance in compact fixtures. PL-C bulbs suit general lighting needs, while PL-T options provide higher output for commercial and industrial environments. For broader light spread, 2D bulbs feature a flat, space-saving design perfect for bulkheads and emergency fittings. Spiral and Helix CFLs maximise brightness in a minimal form, making them a smart choice for efficient lighting where space is limited. Order Your Compact Fluorescent Light Bulbs Today and Get a Free Delivery on Orders Over £50.
Compact Fluorescent Lights (CFL Bulbs) – Energy-Saving Lighting Solutions
Compact Fluorescent Light (CFL) bulbs are highly energy-efficient lighting options designed to deliver excellent brightness while consuming far less power than traditional incandescent lamps. Using advanced fluorescent technology, CFL bulbs pass an electric current through a gas-filled tube with a phosphor coating, producing bright, reliable light suitable for both domestic and commercial environments.
Choosing the Right Compact Fluorescent Light Bulb
Selecting the perfect CFL lamp depends on brightness, colour temperature, shape, and base type. Compact Fluorescent Lamps are available in various designs, including spiral (helix), tubular, PL-S, PL-L, PL-C, and PL-T formats. Whether you need a plug-in CFL for commercial fittings or a screw-in or bayonet cap bulb for home lighting, LightShopDirect offers a comprehensive range to suit every requirement. Our CFL bulbs are ideal replacements for older fittings and compatible with a wide range of luminaires.
Common Applications for Compact Fluorescent Lamps
CFL bulbs remain a trusted choice for a wide range of lighting applications. They are perfect for table lamps, ceiling pendants, bulkheads, outdoor security lights, recessed fittings, and display lighting. Their exceptional energy efficiency and long lifespan make them a cost-effective lighting solution for areas that require continuous use, such as offices, retail spaces, and hospitality environments.
Trusted CFL Brands Available at LightShopDirect
At LightShopDirect, we stock Compact Fluorescent Lamps from leading brands including Philips, Osram, Sylvania, GE, Crompton, and Bell Lighting. These trusted manufacturers are known for producing high-performance, long-lasting bulbs with excellent colour rendering and consistent light quality. Whether you need warm white, cool white, or daylight tones, our range delivers superior results across all applications.
Why Choose LightShopDirect for Compact Fluorescent Lighting?
LightShopDirect proudly offers one of the UK’s largest selections of Compact Fluorescent Lamps, including many discontinued and hard-to-find CFL models. Our extensive stock, competitive prices, and expert product knowledge make us the preferred supplier for electricians, facilities managers, and homeowners alike. Shop with confidence knowing you’re choosing quality, reliability, and exceptional service for all your energy-efficient lighting needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Compact Fluorescent Light bulbs (CFLs) are highly energy-efficient alternatives to traditional incandescent lamps. They deliver comparable brightness while using significantly less power. Unlike LED bulbs, which use solid-state technology, CFLs operate through a gas discharge process that produces soft, even light ideal for both domestic and commercial use.
When selecting a CFL lamp, consider the base type (such as BC/B22 bayonet, ES/E27 screw-in, or pin-based PL-S, PL-C, or PL-L fittings), along with shape (spiral, globe, tubular, or 2D) and wattage/brightness. Matching the right base and size ensures full compatibility and optimal performance in your light fixture.
Only certain CFL models are dimmable. Always check the product packaging or technical data to confirm whether the CFL bulb supports dimmer switches or specific CFL dimmable circuits.
CFL bulbs provide longer lifespan, excellent energy efficiency, and lower running costs, consuming up to 75% less energy than older incandescent lamps. They also generate less heat, helping to reduce environmental impact and carbon emissions.
Yes, Compact Fluorescent Lights can be used outdoors, but they must be installed in IP-rated, weatherproof light fittings designed to protect against moisture, dust, and temperature variations. This ensures safe and reliable outdoor performance.
Because CFL bulbs contain a very small amount of mercury, it’s important to handle them with care. Open windows for ventilation, avoid vacuuming the area, and dispose of the fragments at an authorised recycling centre or through your local waste collection service.
Lightshopdirect stocks one of the UK’s largest ranges of Compact Fluorescent Lamps, including Philips, Sylvania, and Crompton CFLs. We offer competitive pricing, expert product advice, and fast UK delivery on all energy-saving light bulbs—helping customers find the right replacement for any CFL lighting application.