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I need to replace all the light bulbs in my kitchen because new bulbs keep blowing and I think it's because I haven't got them all matching
This is sooo not a thing. It reminds me of the landlord I had in York once who told me the bulbs in a light fitting were blowing because they were upside down 😂 He wasn't an evil landlord, he was a lovely chap, he was just a bit dim. Bless him.
I think @TW might be right and it could be heat related. I have never had good experiences with halogen or 12v spots so I would be replacing with LEDs and 240v where possible (I don't like transformers either).
So where is a good online place to get 240v GU5.3, preferably LEDs?
Screwfix. E.g.
https://www.screwfix.com/p/lap-gu5-3-mr16-led-light-bulb-345lm-4-5w-5-pack/6917pIf you're happy to spend more and want better, Philips.
https://www.energybulbs.co.uk/products/Shop+By+Brand/Philips+Light+Bulb+Store/Philips+LED+MR16+Range/Philips+LED+Non-Dimmable+MR16+Range/Philips+CorePro+LEDSpot+5W%3D35W+MR16+(GU5.3)+-+Cool+White+-+36D/756420613?gclid=Cj0KCQjwsZ3kBRCnARIsAIuAV_SJxcWIIs71oh_Psis-tJzR2jMQ9jE0w6nW8RaFAgrArwDyX2IL5cMaAhzeEALw_wcBI hadn't bought LAP bulbs before (LAP is their own brand I think) but I've just fitted a five pack of their G9 LEDs and I'm happy. Three year warranty too.
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This is sooo not a thing
Well that is good to know! I can't see the transformers for the 12v lights when I remove the bulb holder (these are under the cupboards and shine down onto the worktop) there's just a plastic connector block that clips together so you can remove them easily. I guess the transformers are hidden behind the cupboards.
The main lights in the ceiling are 240v, so no worries about transformers there. What is odd is that I replaced a bulb on Sunday. Monday morning it was gone. Monday evening it was working again but a little flickery. There's definately something wrong with either the brand new bulb or the wiring. Will swap two bulbs over this evening to see if it's bulb-specific!
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This is sooo not a thing
You will have to re-educate some of the manufacturers in that case, I've purchased numerous bulbs that state that on the packaging.
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withered_preacher
Not really DIY but this seems the best place fo this question. I need to replace all the light bulbs in my kitchen because new bulbs keep blowing and I think it's because I haven't got them all matching (how you find out what bulbs the previous occupant bought is beyond me).
So where is a good online place to get 240v GU5.3, preferably LEDs?
I also have the same predicament with under-cupboard (above worktop, mood lighting but not actually that useful) lights. These are 12v G4 halogens. Again I'd rather replace with LEDs if possible.
Normally my local hardware store would be the go to option but they don't have what I'm after.