Doc wrote:
Just got a 4-pack of the Walmart "Great Value" version of these
energy- saver style fluorescent 23w bulbs which they claim are
equivalent to a 100w incandescent bulb. Not even close. It's about
like a 40w bulb.

Are the name brand bulbs of this type any better?

Have you let 'em warm up--generally takes a CF a bit to come to full
brightness.

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