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Pro Lite
Pro-Lite 30w 240v ES E27 6400K Daylight CFL Low Energy Spiral Helix BulbSpecifications: 30W ES - E27 Cap Compact Fluorescent 1900 Lumens 8,000 Hour Average Life 6400K (Daylight white) Pro-Lite Brand The Pro-Lite 30w 240v ES E27 6400K Daylight CFL Low Energy Spiral Helix Bulb, a powerful and energy-efficient lighting...£5.04 (Inc. VAT)£4.20 (Ex. VAT) -
Eveready
Eveready PLC 18w 840 4Pin Cool White G24q-3Specifications: 18W G24q-3 (4 pin) Base Compact Fluorescent 1206 Lumens 10,000 Hour Average Life 4000K (Cool White) Eveready Brand Enhance your lighting setup with the Eveready PLC 18w 840 4Pin Cool White G24q-3 bulb. Experience the crisp and cool...£5.04 (Inc. VAT)£4.20 (Ex. VAT) -
Eveready
Eveready PLC 26w 840 4Pin Cool White G24q-3Specifications: 26W G24q-3 (4 pin) Base Compact Fluorescent 1716 Lumens 10,000 Hour Average Life 4000K (Cool White) Eveready Brand Enhance your lighting setup with the Eveready PLC 26w 840 4Pin Cool White G24q-3 bulb. Experience the crisp and cool...£5.04 (Inc. VAT)£4.20 (Ex. VAT) -
GE
GE Biax D/E 10W 4pin 840 F10DBX/T3/840/4P (G24q-1)Specifications: 10W G24q-1 (4pin) Base Compact Fluorescent 600 Lumens 10,000 Hour Average Life 4000K (white) GE Brand This PL-C Double turn compact fluorescent lamp has an excellent average life of 10,000 hours. These bulbs offer excellent energy...£5.04 (Inc. VAT)£4.20 (Ex. VAT) -
GE
GE Biax D 10W 2pin 835 F10DBX/835 (G24d-1)Specifications: 10W G24d-1 (2pin) Base Compact Fluorescent 600 Lumens 10,000 Hour Average Life 3500K (White) GE Brand This PL-C Double turn compact fluorescent lamp has an excellent average life of 10,000 hours. These bulbs offer excellent energy...£5.04 (Inc. VAT)£4.20 (Ex. VAT) -
GE
GE Biax D 10W 2pin 830 F10DBX/865 (G24d-1) 12997Specifications: 10W G24d-1 (2pin) Base Compact Fluorescent 600 Lumens 10,000 Hour Average Life 6500K (Daylight white) GE Brand This PL-C Double turn compact fluorescent lamp has an excellent average life of 10,000 hours. These bulbs offer excellent...£5.04 (Inc. VAT)£4.20 (Ex. VAT) -
Bell Lighting
Bell PL-C 26W 4pin 840 Cool White BLD Double Turn G24q-3 - 04160Specifications: 26W G24q-3 (4pin) Base Compact Fluorescent 1716 Lumens 10,000 Hour Average Life 4000K (Cool White) Bell Brand This PL-C Double turn compact fluorescent lamp has an excellent average life of 10,000 hours. These bulbs offer excellent...£5.04 (Inc. VAT)£4.20 (Ex. VAT) -
Bell Lighting
Bell PL-C 18W 2pin 840 Cool White BLD Double Turn G24d-2 - 04152Specifications: 18W G24d-2 (2pin) Base Compact Fluorescent 1200 Lumens 10,000 Hour Average Life 4000K (Cool White) Bell Brand This PL-C Double turn compact fluorescent lamp has an excellent average life of 10,000 hours. These bulbs offer excellent...£5.04 (Inc. VAT)£4.20 (Ex. VAT) -
ASD Lighting
ASD PLC 26w 835 4Pin 3500K White G24q-3Specifications: 26W G24q-3 4Pin Base 3500K White colour temperature 1780 Lumens 12,000 Hour average life The ASD PLC 26W 835 4Pin 3500K White G24q-3 is an energy-efficient light bulb designed to provide bright, white light. With a 3500K colour...£5.04 (Inc. VAT)£4.20 (Ex. VAT) -
Aura
Aura PLC 26W 827 4-Pin Very Warm White Compact Fluorescent Lamp (G24q-3)Specifications: 26w G24q-3 - 4-Pin 2700k (Very Warm White) 42,000 Hour Average Life 1800 Lumens Aura PLC 26W 827 4-Pin Compact Fluorescent Lamp – Very Warm White (G24q-3) Soft, Warm Light for a Cosy Atmosphere The Aura PLC 26W 827 Compact...£5.04 (Inc. VAT)£4.20 (Ex. VAT) -
Nu-era
nu-era PLC 18W 840 4-Pin Cool White Compact Fluorescent Lamp (G24q-3)Specifications: 18w G24q-3 - 4-Pin 4000k (Cool White) nu-era PLC 18W 840 4-Pin Compact Fluorescent Lamp – Cool White (G24q-3) Bright, Crisp Cool White Light The nu-era PLC 18W 840 CFL delivers 4000K cool white light, ideal for offices, retail...£5.04 (Inc. VAT)£4.20 (Ex. VAT) -
Unbranded
PLC 26W 860 6400K 4-Pin Daylight White Compact Fluorescent Lamp (G24q-3)Specifications: 26w G24q-3 - 4-Pin 6400k (Daylight White) PLC 26W 860 4-Pin Compact Fluorescent Lamp – 6400K Daylight White (G24q-3) Bright Daylight White Light The PLC 26W 860 CFL provides crisp 6400K daylight white light, perfect for offices,...£5.04 (Inc. VAT)£4.20 (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.