Lighting sight seeing in Thailand
Lately I’ve had a bit of an obsession with battery jars. These interesting glass jars were used in the late 19th and early 20th centuries to hold ‘wet’ cell batteries. Battery technology at that time was limited to bits of metal submerged in a mild acidic or alkaline solution. The resulting chemical reaction created ...
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Ultimately, don't fear the bulb ban! When incandescent bulbs were invented over a hundred years ago, overconsumption of energy wasn't on anyone's mind. Nowadays it's not only best for the planet, but best for your wallet. (We saved roughly $1,000 a month in energy costs after switching the lightbulbs in our Portland store to CFLs!) Think about your lighting needs, pick a smart alternative, and you'll be juuuuuust fine.
Using the right bulb can be as dramatic as the difference between lightning and a lightning bug!
