You probably own a light switch that controls the number of lights in your home. You might also know that some light bulbs are more durable than others, so you need to lighten the burden by cleaning them every so often. If you live in an apartment or a house, there’s really no need to spend a fortune on light bulbs. There are plenty of cleaning solutions that can be used on anything from clothes to appliances to your coffee cup. In this article, we explore the basics of how to clean light bulbs and how to keep them sparkly. Read on to learn more.
Choose a Method For Cleaning The Light Bulb
Since there’s so much to clean, we’ve gone into much more detail about cleaning the light bulb. It’s basically the same thing as you’d do with any other light bulb, so we’ll cover that in-depth below. First, you’ll want to choose a method to clean the light bulb. There are a few different methods you can choose from, but we recommend getting one that’s easy on your budget. First, you’ll want to shop for any light bulbs that are defective. No matter what the brand or model, if you spot any light bulbs with a defect, you need to clean them. It’s no secret that light bulbs get used a lot, so if you spot any that are defective, they’re going to be a lot harder to clean.
Dust The Light Bulbs Off
Don’t plan on just taking the light bulbs off the wall. Instead, put them in a large, plastic bag and remove all the excess air from it. This can be a hard task, so plan on taking a little bit of effort out of it each time you take a light bulb off the wall. Just make sure to hold the bulb steady as you take it off the wall so you don’t knock it against anything or cause any damage to it. Once you’ve taken the bulb off, you’ll want to lightly push it out of the way so that you don’t knock anything else over.
Replace The Ones Defective Light Bulbs And Fittings
Tapping the halogen headlamp on the countertop can cause a light bulb to go out. If you’ve been doing this a while, you may have realized that you need to take the bulbs off more frequently than you should. To save money, and avoid wasting light bulbs, we recommend starting this task earlier in the day.
Wipe The Bulb With a Dry Lint-Loose Cloth
This can be a crucial step if you’re cleaning the light bulbs in your kitchen or living room. You don’t want any dirt or other obstacles in your path when you’re cleaning these lights. You’ll want to do this in a large, clean cloth that you can easily take with you when you’re done.
Dampen a Cloth To Clean
Clothes tend to pick up whatever dirt or other objects have built up on them over time. We recommend gently dapping a large, clean cloth down the length of your light bulb. You could do this on the inside of your light switch, at the base of your light bulb, or even on the light bulb itself. If you’re doing this in a random direction, like you’re dapping a blanket across your light bulb, you don’t want the cloth to stay exactly where you are. Try to gently drape the cloth in a more organized fashion so that it doesn’t stay bunched up in your light bulb.
Wipe Over a Cool Bulb
When it comes to cleaning the light bulb, there are a few things you should always do. We recommend putting it in the refrigerator or another cold place first to help it chill a little before it’s ready to be cleansed. This will also help to prevent any heat from the refrigerator from becoming hot or hot air from entering your home. If you’re doing this in the hopeful-for-the-best-case-of-the-day, you don’t want your light bulbs over-warm. This is more likely to cause more damage to your home than if they’re just a little too hot.
Let Dry Absolutely Earlier Than The Use Of The Bulb Again
If you’ve been cleaning the light bulbs all day, and they’re just starting to get a little dark in the evening, it may be a good idea to take them out of the wall plug sockets for a few hours so they have a chance to dry a little. This will help to prevent them from getting too hot or powering on too slowly.
Essential Oil To Clean The Bulb
Essential oil is a great way to clean any light bulb. It can be used in many ways, from adding a subtle scent to your home, to cleaning the bulb itself. If you’re doing this in a big way, like you’re adding a hundred or more bulbs to your home, you should consider buying a bottle of essential oil diffuser and setting up a home altar. This will keep you company as you do your cleaning, and help you avoid creating an environment where other household items like mops, brushes, and sponges are more likely to get in your house.
Pour a Few Drops Of Your Favorite Vital Oil Onto The Damp Cloth
Because most of the time, you’ll be using a damp cloth to clean your light bulbs, you may not have the necessary oil to make the pour a few drops of your favorite essential oil a part of the process. In this case, you can use a regular screen-off cloth instead. We recommend using a safe, professional screen-off cloth because these are considered to be some of the best. If you want to make the process more efficient, you can also use a separate disposable plastic bottle to contain the essential oil. This way, you don’t end up with all over your house when you clean the light bulbs.
Wipe The Bulb Frequently
Depending on your house’s condition, you may not have the energy to lightly clean your light bulbs. In this case, you may need a more thorough approach. For example, if you’re in an old home, you may need a more thorough clean than if you’re living in a new home. If you’re having trouble working out the surface area, you may want to opt for a more aggressive approach. In this case, you may want to use a stronger oil or even a heavier oil such as coconut oil.
Final Thought
The key to keeping your light bulbs shiny and bright is to clean them frequently. With this in mind, here are a few things you can do to ensure your light bulbs stay bright and colorful for longer. You can clean your light bulbs once a month for the best results. However, if you’re in a situation where you have to clean them more frequently, you can consider a special oil stain removal program. You can also do a water damage clean once a year to ensure your light bulbs stay green year-round.