"Christian McArdle" wrote:
So, what are the alternatives?

Have you considered a low energy bulb? If there's enough space in the
fitting, you can get these up to around 25W, which is brighter than a 100W
bulb. The fitting's limit will be based on actual energy usage, not
equivalent light output, unless it gives a separate guide for inductive
(i.e. low energy) loads.

Christian.

I'll give it a try. From memory the CF bulbs I have
in the house are equivalent to 100W (25W) but I
think they might be too long to fit in the fan light fitting.
Good idea though - thanks!

Al