I’ve never paid much attention to the wattage of light bulbs I’ve used in my home. I have always just picked up a pack at the dollar store when I’m out and screw them in when I’ve needed them. Simple. The other day, however, my mom came over and noticed the pack I had just bought sitting on the counter. She seemed pretty concerned that I was using 100 watt bulbs in the wall sconces around the house. I didn’t think it was a big issue. So I brushed her off and figured I’d ask our trusty Electrician to prove my mom wrong. Leave it to making assumptions to prove yourself wrong. Little did I know, 100 watt bulbs are rarely used anymore. They use more electricity and if the socket is not rated for that wattage; then there is an electrical risk. Generally on the socket it will say what wattage it is rated for, but 60 is usually the highest you want to go. Furthermore, for large chandeliers in the home, the wattage is usually way less. So for anyone who didn’t think it mattered what sort of bulb you use in your home—here’s a tip—it does. (Oh… and sorry, mom.)
