On Mon, 26 Jan 2009 08:14:58 +0000, Tim S wrote:

Appelation Controlee coughed up some electrons that declared:


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So, and sorry for the long tale, what I'm looking for is a suitable
lacquer to use on the CFL lamps. Any suggestions re. type & source?

Try a transparent modelling lacquer (from a modelling shop). I've used that
on smaller bulbs before.

The other option might be some stage-light colour film which is good to high
temperatures (much higher than a CFL) - wrap around the bulb and tape in
position.

Thanks Tim, the modelling shop I'll follow up.
I had already decided that enclosing the bulb in a gel filter would
interfere with the convection.