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Bell Lighting
Bell 60W 221mm Opal Strip light Double Ended Incandescent Tubular Lamp 240v S15Specifications: 60w 240v 221mm Long S15 Caps 470 Lumens The Bell 60W 240V 221mm Opal Strip Light Double Ended Tubular Lamp is a versatile and efficient lighting solution for a variety of spaces...£9.00 (Inc. VAT)£7.50 (Ex. VAT) -
Bell Lighting
Bell Lighting 60W BC B22 Clear Vintage Tubular Incandescent Light Bulb 2700K 01491Specifications: 60W 240v BC - B22 Cap Incandescent Filament 370 Lumens 1,000 Hour Average Life Bell Brand The Bell Lighting 60W BC B22 Clear Vintage Tubular Bulb 2700K 01491, a charming and...£8.34 (Inc. VAT)£6.95 (Ex. VAT) -
Crompton
Crompton 15W BC B22 Blue Pygmy Bulb Dimmable Incandescent Lamp 240VSpecifications: 15w 240v B22 - BC Cap Blue Colour 28mm Introducing the Crompton Lamps 15W Pygmy B22 Dimmable Blue Bulb! Illuminate your space with this versatile and energy-efficient bulb. Designed...£1.26 (Inc. VAT)£1.05 (Ex. VAT) -
Crompton
Crompton 15W SES E14 Amber Pygmy Bulb Dimmable Incandescent Lamp 240VSpecifications: 15w 240v SES - E14 Cap Amber Colour 28mm Introducing the Crompton Lamps 15W Pygmy E14 Dimmable Amber Bulb! Illuminate your space with this versatile and energy-efficient bulb...£1.26 (Inc. VAT)£1.05 (Ex. VAT) -
Crompton
Crompton 15W SES E14 White Pygmy Bulb Dimmable Incandescent Lamp 240VSpecifications: 15w 240v SES - E14 Cap White Colour 28mm Introducing the Crompton Lamps 15W Pygmy E14 Dimmable White Bulb! Illuminate your space with this versatile and energy-efficient bulb...£1.26 (Inc. VAT)£1.05 (Ex. VAT) -
Crompton
Crompton 25W E14 SES R50 Green Reflector Spot Incandescent Light BulbSpecifications: Product Type: Coloured incandescent reflector spotlight Brand: Crompton Lamps Cap/Base Type: SES (E14 small Edison screw) Wattage: 25 W Voltage: 240 V AC Light Colour: Green Finish:...£2.40 (Inc. VAT)£2.00 (Ex. VAT) -
Crompton
Crompton 25W E14 SES R50 Yellow Reflector Spot Incandescent BulbSpecifications: Product Type: Coloured incandescent reflector spotlight Brand: Crompton Lamps Lamp Type: R50 reflector spot Cap/Base Type: SES (E14 small Edison screw) Wattage: 25 W Voltage: 240 V...£2.40 (Inc. VAT)£2.00 (Ex. VAT) -
Crompton
Crompton 40w B22 BC Incandescent Candle Fireglow Red DimmableSpecifications: 40w 240v B22 - BC Bayonet Fireglow Dimmable Enhance Your Ambiance with Crompton Fireglow Candle Bulbs! Add a touch of warmth and elegance with these 40W B22 BC Red Dimmable Candle...£1.50 (Inc. VAT)£1.25 (Ex. VAT) -
Crompton
Crompton 40w SES E14 Incandescent Candle Fireglow Red Light Bulb DimmableSpecifications: 40w 240v SES - E14 Small Screw Fireglow Dimmable Enhance Your Ambiance with Crompton Fireglow Candle Bulbs! Add a touch of warmth and elegance with these 40W SES E14 Red Dimmable...£1.50 (Inc. VAT)£1.25 (Ex. VAT) -
Crompton
Crompton Colourglazed 15w 240v B22 - BC Pink Incandescent GLS Bulb 15PIBC-GLZSpecifications: 15W 240V BC - B22 Cap PINK 1000 Hour Average life Introducing the Crompton Colour glazed 15W 240V B22 - BC Pink GLS Bulb 15PIBC-GLZ! Light up your space with a pop of colour. This...£1.80 (Inc. VAT)£1.50 (Ex. VAT) -
Crompton
Crompton R95 75W 240V ES E27 Yellow Incandescent Reflector LampSpecifications: Product Type: Coloured incandescent reflector lamp Brand: Crompton Lamps Lamp Type: R95 reflector lamp Cap/Base Type: ES (E27 Edison screw) Wattage: 75 W Voltage: 240 V AC Light...£1.80 (Inc. VAT)£1.50 (Ex. VAT) -
Tungsram
Crompton Yellow GLS Bulb 25W B22 BC 240V Decorative Incandescent Coloured LightSpecifications: 40W 240V BC - B22 Cap Green 1000 Hour Average life Introducing the 40w 240v BC B22 Green GLS Bulb! Light up your space with a pop of colour. This stylish bulb features a Green...£1.80 (Inc. VAT)£1.50 (Ex. VAT) -
GE
GE Blue GLS Bulb 25W B22 BC 240V Decorative Incandescent Coloured LightSpecifications: 25W 240V BC - B22 Cap Blue 1000 Hour Average life Introducing the GE 25w 240v BC B22 Blue GLS Bulb! Light up your space with a pop of colour. This stylish bulb features a Blue...£2.28 (Inc. VAT)£1.90 (Ex. VAT) -
Girard-Sudron
Girard Sudron 25W E14 SES Satin Flame Tip Incandescent Candle Light BulbSpecifications: 25W 240v SES - E14 Small Bayonet Cap Satin - Frosted 130 Lumens Chandelier Bulb Girard-Sudron The Girard Sudron 25w E14 SES Satin Flamme Coup De Vent Bent-tip Candle CV2 012130, a...£8.40 (Inc. VAT)£7.00 (Ex. VAT) -
Girard-Sudron
Girard Sudron 40w 240v B22 BC Clear Flamme Incandescent Chandelier Bent-tip Candle Bulb CV4Specifications: 40W 240v BC - B22 Bayonet Cap Clear 400 Lumens Chandelier Bulb Girard-Sudron The Girard Sudron 40w 240v B22 BC Clear Flamme Chandelier Bent-tip Candle CV4, an elegant and...£8.40 (Inc. VAT)£7.00 (Ex. VAT) -
Girard-Sudron
Girard Sudron 40w E14 SES Clear Incandescent Flamme Coup De Vent Bent-tip Candle Bulb CV4 012220Specifications: 40W 240V SES - E14 Small Edison screw Clear Chandelier Bulb Girard-Sudron The Girard Sudron 40w E14 SES Clear Flamme Coup De Vent Bent-tip Candle CV4 012220, a stylish and...£8.40 (Inc. VAT)£7.00 (Ex. VAT) -
Mazda
Mazda Softglow GLS Bulb 60W B22 BC Apple White Warm Light Incandescent DecorativeSpecifications: 60W 240V BC- B22 Cap Apple white colour Brighten up your space with the Mazda Softglow 60W BC B22 Apple White GLS Light Bulb. This energy-efficient bulb provides soft, warm white...£9.60 (Inc. VAT)£8.00 (Ex. VAT) -
Mazda
Mazda Softglow GLS Light Bulb 60W B22 BC Primrose White Incandescent LampSpecifications: 60W 240V BC- B22 Cap Primrose white colour Brighten up your space with the Mazda Softglow 60W BC B22 Primrose White GLS Light Bulb. This energy-efficient bulb provides soft, warm...£9.60 (Inc. VAT)£8.00 (Ex. VAT) -
Orbitec
Orbitec 15W 130V B22 BC Clear Round Ball Bulb Incandescent Low Voltage - Pack of 2Specifications: 15W 130V BC / B22 Cap Clear 1000 Hour Average Life Orbitec Brand Orbitec's 15W 130V BC B22 Clear round ball Low Voltage Light Bulb offers reliable and energy-efficient illumination...£6.60 (Inc. VAT)£5.50 (Ex. VAT) -
Philips
Philips Fridge Freezer Oven Appliance Bulb Pygmy Light Lamp 15w B15 SBC 240V IncandescentSpecifications: 15w SBC 240v Appliance Bulbs Phillips Brand The Philips Fridge Freezer Oven Appliance Bulb Pygmy Light Lamp is the perfect lighting solution for a range of household appliances.£1.14 (Inc. VAT)£0.95 (Ex. VAT) -
Radium
Radium Classic Candle 40W 240v SES E14 35mm Twisted Clear Incandescent CandleSpecifications: 40W 240V SES / E14 Cap Clear Twisted Candle 2000 Hour Average Life Radium Brand Illuminate your space with sophistication using the Radium Classic Candle 40W 240V SES E14 35mm...£6.00 (Inc. VAT)£5.00 (Ex. VAT) -
Thorgeon
Thorgeon 40w 240v ES E27 Round Opal Golf Ball Incandescent BulbSpecifications: 40w 240v ES-E27 Cap 1000 Hour average life 330 Lumens Elevate Your Space with Thorgeon 40w Round Golf Ball Bulb Brighten Your Environment£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.
