"Mark" wrote in message
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Hi,

I am looking for a source of EE GU10 bulbs for replacement of halogen
bulbs. I have many recessed fittings in my kitchen and dining room
and want to same some money/CO2 etc.

However all the ones I have seen are significantly bigger than the
halogen bulbs and hence will not fit properly. Does anyone know of
any suitable replacement bulbs that are not larger?

TIA, Mark

Don't expect to be stunned by the brightness of the fluorescent or LED
types.

I put some CFL ones in my kitchen GU10 fittings (normally 5 x 50W ones).
They were VERY disappointing and I quickly went back to the halogens. The
CFL ones are just about OK in my study but they take a LONG time to reach
brightness. For fun I also tried a couple of LED ones from CPC as these of
course are instant-on. They were even more disappointing and a strange
colour.

If TPTB are going to bring in a ban on energy-guzzling GU10s in the future
I'd say start stocking up now!

(And maybe a chance for Bliar to set up YET another "agency" such as the
"lighting inspection agency" staffed by hi vis yellow-jacketed officers in
lavishly equipped Range Rovers to come round your house checking up on you.
Hmmmm.)

Regards,
Simon.