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Crompton
Crompton Incandescent 60W 240V SBC B15 Clear Twisted Candle Bulb 55mmSpecifications: 60W 240V SBC - B15 Cap Incandescent 570 Lumens 2000 Average Life Crompton 60W 240V SBC B15 55mm Large Twisted Clear Candle TC5560CSBC Brighten You£5.94 (Inc. VAT)£4.95 (Ex. VAT) -
Unbranded
40W B22 BC Opal Golf Ball Bulb Incandescent Round Globe 240VSpecifications: 40w 240v BC - B22 Cap 1000 Hour average life 360 Lumens Illuminate Your Space with 40w Opal Round Golf Ball Bulb Soft and Inviting light£1.80 (Inc. VAT)£1.50 (Ex. VAT) -
Crompton
Crompton 60w 240v SBC B15 Clear Twisted 35mm Candle DimmableSpecifications: 60W 240v SBC - B15 Small Bayonet Cap Clear 630 Lumens Twisted Candle Double Life 2000 Hour Average Life Crompton Brand The Crompton 60W 240V SBC B15 Clear Twisted 35mm Candle...£2.40 (Inc. VAT)£2.00 (Ex. VAT) -
Eveready
Eveready GLS Light Bulb 100W E27 ES Pearl Frosted 240V Incandescent LampSpecifications: 100W 240V ES - E27 Cap Pearl 1000 Hour average life 1200 Lumens Introducing the 100W 240V ES E27 Pearl Incandescent GLS Bulb! Illuminate your space with this classic and versatile...£1.80 (Inc. VAT)£1.50 (Ex. VAT) -
Maxim
Maxim 15W B22 BC Clear Round Ball Incandescent Light Bulb 240VSpecifications: 15w 240v BC - B22 Bayonet cap 75 Lumens 1000 Hour average life Upgrade your lighting with this classic 15w 240v BC B22 Clear Incandescent Round ball Bulb. Its warm, soft glow adds a...£1.80 (Inc. VAT)£1.50 (Ex. VAT) -
Project Lighting
40W E27 Edison Screw Vintage Style Filament Incandescent Light BulbSpecifications: 40W 240v ES - E27 Cap Incandescent Filament 250 Lumens 1,000 Hour Average Life Carbon Effect The 40w 240v ES E27 Carbon Imitation Vintage Filament Bulb, a perfect fusion of classic...£3.54 (Inc. VAT)£2.95 (Ex. VAT) -
Bellight
Bellight 60W 240V SBC B15 Opal Incandescent Candle BulbSpecifications: 60w 240v SBC - B15 Cap 1000 Hour average life Dimmable l Incandescent Candle Bulb. Its warm, soft glow adds a cosy touch to any space. Perfect for chandeliers, wall sconces, and...£1.80 (Inc. VAT)£1.50 (Ex. VAT) -
Crompton
Crompton 25W B15 SBC Clear Round Golf Ball Incandescent Light BulbSpecifications: 25w 240v SBC - B15 Cap 1000 Hour average life 200 Lumens Brighten Your Space with Crompton 25w Round Golf Ball Bulb Illuminate Your Environment Ef£1.80 (Inc. VAT)£1.50 (Ex. VAT) -
Eveready
Eveready Rough Service GLS Bulb 60W B22 BC Fireglow Incandescent 240VSpecifications: 60w 240v BC - B22 Cap Fire Glow Effect Incandescent Bulbs 1000 Hour Average Life Dimmable Eveready Rough Service 60W 240V B22 Fire Glow GLS Bulbs! These bulbs are tough and built to...£0.96 (Inc. VAT)£0.80 (Ex. VAT) -
Heathfield
Heathfield 30W 240v SES E14 R39 Reflector Incandescent Lava Lamp BulbSpecifications: 30w 240v SES - E14 Cap 2700K Warm White 150 Lumens 1,000 Hour Average Life The 30W 240v SES E14 R39 Reflector Lava Lamp Bulb, the perfect lighting solution to bring mesmerizing...£1.62 (Inc. VAT)£1.35 (Ex. VAT) -
Project Lighting
60w 240v ES E27 Carbon Imitation Vintage Filament Incandescent Light BulbSpecifications: 40W 240v ES - E27 Cap Incandescent Filament 250 Lumens 1,000 Hour Average Life Carbon Effect The 60w 240v ES E27 Carbon Imitation Vintage Filament Bulb, a perfect fusion of classic...£3.54 (Inc. VAT)£2.95 (Ex. VAT) -
Eveready
Eveready 7W 240V SES E12 Night Light Incandescent Light Bulb - Twin PackSpecifications: 7W SES-E12 Cap 50 Lumens 2,200K (Very Warm White) Non-Dimmable Energy Rating: G The Eveready 7W 240V SES Night Light Bulb is a reliable and energy-efficient choice for your night...£1.50 (Inc. VAT)£1.25 (Ex. VAT) -
Heathfield
Heathfield Pygmy 15w 240v SES / E14 Clear Sign lamps Incandescent Salt Lamp Replacement BulbSpecifications: 15W 240V SES - E14 Small Edison Screw Cap Clear Pygmy Bulb This 15W Small Edison Screw (SES)Pygmy fridge lamp that fits almost all fridges and freezers as well as Salt lamps and...£0.60 (Inc. VAT)£0.50 (Ex. VAT) -
Orbitec
Orbitec 40W 130v BC B22 Clear Golfball Low Voltage Incandescent Light Bub - Pack of 10Specifications: 40W 130V BC / B22 CAP CLEAR 1000 HOUR AVERGAE LIFE ORBITEC BRAND Orbitec's 40W 130V BC B22 Clear Golfball Low Voltage Light Bulb is a versatile lighting solution. This clear round...£9.54 (Inc. VAT)£7.95 (Ex. VAT) -
Philips
Philips 40W SES E14 T29 Oven Lamp 300°C Heat Resistant Incandescent BulbSpecifications: 40W 240V E14 - SES Small Edison Screw 300° Rated 300 Lumens Oven Lamp Philips 40W 240V E14 T29 Oven Lamp 300 Degrees Reliable, Heat-Resistant£4.20 (Inc. VAT)£3.50 (Ex. VAT) -
Sylvania
Sylvania 60W R80 Blue Reflector Bulb E27 ES 80mm Incandescent 0015700Specifications: 60w 240v ES - E27 Cap Blue Reflector Introducing the Sylvania 60W 240V R80 E27 Blue Reflector Bulb! Light up your space with a cool blue hue. This reflector bulb is perfect for...£1.92 (Inc. VAT)£1.60 (Ex. VAT) -
GE
GE brand 100w ES E27 110V Incandescent Pearl Low Voltage GLS - Pack of 2Specifications: 100W ES / E27 Cap 110V Low Voltage Pearl Incandescent GLS GE brand Illuminate your space with the GE brand 100W ES E27 110V Incandescent Pearl Low Voltage GLS bulbs. This pack of...£6.60 (Inc. VAT)£5.50 (Ex. VAT) -
GE
GE Elegance Soft 25W SBC B15 Opal Incandescent Golf Ball Bulb 240VSpecifications: 25w 240v SBC - B15 Small Bayonet Cap 180 Lumens 1000 Hour average life Upgrade your lighting with this classic GE 25w 240v SBC B15 Opal Incandescent Round ball Bulb. Its warm, soft...£1.80 (Inc. VAT)£1.50 (Ex. VAT) -
Mazda
Mazda 40w 240v BC B22 Softglow Candle Incandescent Bulb Primrose White - Twin packSpecifications: 40W BC / B22 CAP PRIMROSE WHITE 1,000 HOUR AVERAGE LIFE MAZDA BRAND Brighten your space with the Mazda 40W 240V BC B22 Softglow Candle Primrose White Candle Bulb Twin pack. These...£8.40 (Inc. VAT)£7.00 (Ex. VAT) -
Patron
Patron 25w 240v ES E27 Opal Incandescent Candle BulbSpecifications: 25w 240v ES - E27 Cap 1000 Hour average life Dimmable Upgrade your lighting with this classic 25w 240v ES E27 Opal Incandescent Candle Bulb. Its warm, soft glow adds a cosy touch to...£1.80 (Inc. VAT)£1.50 (Ex. VAT) -
Calex
Calex 60W 130V R64 ES E27 Spotlight Reflector Incandescent Light Bulb Lamp Screw – Pack of 10Specifications: 60W 130V ES / E27 Cap R64 1,000 Hour Average Life Calex Brand Elevate your lighting with the Calex 60W 130V R64 ES E27 Spotlight Reflector Light Bulb Lamp. This pack of 10 bulbs...£16.80 (Inc. VAT)£14.00 (Ex. VAT) -
Crompton
Crompton 40W E27 ES Green R80 Reflector Incandescent Light BulbSpecifications: 40w 240v ES - E27 Cap Green 80mm Diameter Crompton 40W E27 ES Green R80 Reflector Incandescent Light Bulb Classic R80 Green Reflector Bulb — 40W ES Finish The Crompton Lamps R80...£1.20 (Inc. VAT)£1.00 (Ex. VAT) -
Bell Lighting
Bell 15w 240v SES E14 Frosted Chandelier Incandescent Candle BulbSpecifications: 15W 240V E14 - SES Small Edison screw Frosted 85 Lumens Bell 15W 240V SES E14 Frosted Chandelier Incandescent Candle Light Up Your Home with Style and Warm£8.40 (Inc. VAT)£7.00 (Ex. VAT) -
Bell Lighting
Bell 25w 240v SBC B15 Opal Incandescent Candle Bulb Triple Life 00231Specifications: 25w 240v SBC - B15 Cap 3000 Hour average life Dimmable Elevate your ambiance with the Bell 25w SBC B15 Opal Triple Life Candle Bulb. This energy-efficient bulb offers a soft, warm...£1.80 (Inc. VAT)£1.50 (Ex. VAT)
Incandescent Light Bulbs
What are Incandescent Light Bulbs?
Incandescent Light Bulbs are a timeless classic, loved for their warm, inviting glow and natural ambience. These traditional bulbs work by passing an electric current through a tungsten filament, heating it until it produces light. Simple in design yet highly reliable, incandescent bulbs have been a trusted lighting choice for decades, ideal for creating soft, cosy lighting in homes, restaurants, and hotels alike.
Choosing the Right Incandescent Bulb for Your Needs
At Lightshopdirect, our Incandescent Light Bulbs collection includes a full range of styles to suit any application. GLS Bulbs remain the standard for everyday general lighting, while Candle Bulbs are perfect for chandeliers and decorative fittings, bringing elegance and warmth to any interior. Golfball Bulbs offer compact versatility for smaller lamps and fittings, and Reflector Bulbs provide focused task lighting or accent light in key areas. For specialised uses, our Pygmy and Miniature Bulbs fit perfectly in appliances and signage, while Striplight Bulbs deliver sleek under-cabinet or display lighting. For a vintage feel, Filament Bulbs showcase exposed filaments that add character and charm to any setting.
Where to Use Incandescent Light Bulbs
Versatile and adaptable, incandescent light bulbs remain popular for residential, commercial, and decorative lighting applications. From living rooms and bedrooms to restaurants, hotels, and outdoor fittings, their classic warm white glow creates a welcoming atmosphere. They’re also widely used for accent lighting, desk lamps, and display fixtures, where their gentle colour tone enhances comfort and visual appeal.
Leading Brands You Can Trust
Lightshopdirect stocks high-quality incandescent bulbs from leading manufacturers such as Crompton, GE, Bell, Osram, and Orbitec. These trusted brands are known for their reliability, long life, and consistent performance, making them the perfect choice for any domestic or commercial lighting project.
Why Buy Incandescent Light Bulbs from Lightshopdirect
As one of the UK’s trusted online lighting retailers, Lightshopdirect offers an extensive range of Incandescent Light Bulbs at competitive prices. Whether you’re searching for a Candle Bulb, GLS Bulb, or Reflector Lamp, we make it easy to find the right product for your needs. Enjoy our friendly advice, fast UK delivery, and outstanding value on every order, making Lightshopdirect your go-to source for quality incandescent lighting solutions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Incandescent light bulbs offer a warm, soft glow that creates a comfortable and inviting atmosphere. They’re affordable, easy to install, and available in multiple shapes and cap types, including GLS, Candle, Golfball, and Reflector bulbs, making them ideal for domestic, decorative, and commercial lighting applications.
Yes, many incandescent bulbs are suitable for outdoor use. Always check that the bulb is outdoor-rated or used in a weatherproof fitting to withstand moisture, humidity, or extreme temperatures. These bulbs are perfect for garden lanterns, porch lights, and exterior wall fixtures.
Absolutely. Most incandescent light bulbs are fully dimmable with standard dimmer switches, allowing you to adjust brightness to suit your mood or setting. They’re ideal for living rooms, dining areas, and hospitality environments where soft, adjustable lighting is preferred.
Incandescent bulbs offer a more traditional, natural-looking light but are less energy-efficient and have a shorter lifespan compared to LED bulbs. However, they remain popular for vintage-style lighting, classic fixtures, and decorative applications where authenticity and warmth are key.
While some energy regulations have restricted incandescent bulb production, they’re still available for specialist and decorative uses. Many people continue to choose them for heritage fittings, period-style lamps, and applications requiring instant full brightness.
Yes. Although most incandescent bulbs produce a warm white light (around 2700K), some options provide clear or soft white finishes to suit different room styles and ambiences.
Incandescent bulbs are offered in a variety of cap types such as BC (B22 Bayonet Cap), ES (E27 Edison Screw), and SES (E14 Small Edison Screw) to ensure compatibility with a wide range of lamps and light fittings.
Typically, incandescent bulbs last between 750 and 2,000 hours, depending on wattage, usage, and voltage. While shorter-lived than LED alternatives, they provide consistent, high-quality light output throughout their lifespan.
About Incandescent Light Bulbs
Our range of Incandescent Light Bulbs delivers timeless warmth, inviting glow for every setting. Perfect for the soft, cosy ambiance of living rooms and bedrooms, they also bring style and character to decorative commercial spaces. Choose from linear strip lights for discreet, even light distribution, or GLS bulbs for a robust and versatile fit in larger fixtures. Discover elegant shapes such as candle bulbs, round/ golf balls, pygmy and miniature bulbs, many available in dimmable options for adjustable mood lighting. Order your incandescent lights today and enjoy a free delivery on all orders over £50.
