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GE
GE brand 60w BC B22 110V Incandescent Pearl Low Voltage GLS - Pack of 5Specifications: 60W BC / B22 CAP 110V LOW VOLTAGE PEARL INCANDESCENT GLS GE BRAND Illuminate your space with the GE brand 60W BC B22 110V Incandescent Pearl Low Voltage GLS bulbs. This pack of five bulbs offers versatile lighting solutions for various...£8.34 (Inc. VAT)£6.95 (Ex. VAT) -
Girard-Sudron
Girard Sudron 40w E14 SES Clear Flamme Coup De Vent Bent-tip Candle 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 sophisticated lighting choice for your space. This bent-tip...£8.40 (Inc. VAT)£7.00 (Ex. VAT) -
Girard-Sudron
Girard Sudron 40w 240v B22 BC Clear Flamme Chandelier Bent-tip Candle 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 captivating lighting option for your chandelier. This bent-tip...£8.40 (Inc. VAT)£7.00 (Ex. VAT) -
Mazda
Mazda 40w 240v BC B22 Softglow Candle Primrose White Candle Bulb 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 bulbs emit a warm, inviting glow, perfect for creating a...£8.40 (Inc. VAT)£7.00 (Ex. VAT) -
Bell Lighting
Bell 15w 240v SES E14 Frosted Chandelier Incandescent CandleSpecifications: 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 Warmth Transform your home with the Bell 15W 240V SES E14 Frosted Chandelier...£8.40 (Inc. VAT)£7.00 (Ex. VAT) -
Bell Lighting
Bell 60w 240v 221mm Opal Strip light Double Ended Tubular Lamp 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. With a 60-watt power output, this tubular lamp provides...£9.00 (Inc. VAT)£7.50 (Ex. VAT) -
Orbitec
Orbitec 40W 130v BC B22 Clear Golfball Low Voltage 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 ball bulb is renowned for its durability, brightness,...£9.54 (Inc. VAT)£7.95 (Ex. VAT) -
Mazda
Mazda Softglow 60W BC B22 Apple White GLS Light BulbSpecifications: 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 light, perfect for creating a cosy atmosphere in any room...£9.60 (Inc. VAT)£8.00 (Ex. VAT) -
Mazda
Mazda Softglow 60W BC B22 Primrose White GLS Light BulbSpecifications: 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 white light, perfect for creating a cosy atmosphere in...£9.60 (Inc. VAT)£8.00 (Ex. VAT) -
Radium
Radium 60w 240v SES E14 Incandescent Opal Mini Globe Light BulbSpecifications: 60W 240V E14 / SES Cap Soft White Mini Globe Radium Brand Illuminate your space with the Radium 60W 240V SES E14 Incandescent Opal Mini Globe Light Bulb. This versatile bulb provides warm and inviting illumination. This makes it perfect...£11.10 (Inc. VAT)£9.25 (Ex. VAT) -
Crompton
Crompton 25W BC B22 Amber Harlequin Round Golfball Light Bulb - Pack of 5Specifications: 25W BC / B22 Cap Amber Harelquin 1,000 Hour Average Life Crompton Brand Illuminate your space with a warm and inviting ambiance using the Crompton 25W BC B22 Amber Harlequin Round Ball Light Bulb. This pack of five bulbs features a...£15.60 (Inc. VAT)£13.00 (Ex. VAT) -
Calex
Calex 60w 130V R64 ES E27 Spotlight Reflector 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 provides versatile and reliable illumination for various...£16.80 (Inc. VAT)£14.00 (Ex. VAT)
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.
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.