GE 78958 Energy Smart 13W CFL Orange Bulb

The GE 78958 Energy Smart 13-Watt Orange CFL is a specialty decorative bulb designed for applications where you want a defined colored light rather than neutral illumination. At 740 lumens and 2700K with an orange phosphor coating, it produces a warm, distinctly orange glow suited to Halloween setups, themed events, seasonal window displays, and decorative accent fixtures. It slots into any standard medium-base socket and draws 13 watts in place of the 60-watt incandescent it's designed to replace — a meaningful efficiency gain when you're running multiple color bulbs through a long event or season.

The T3 spiral tube sits inside a standard bulb envelope and operates at 120 volts. Rated for 8,000 hours, this bulb will outlast many seasons of decorative use before needing replacement. The trade-offs that come with CFL technology apply here: a brief warm-up period before the color reaches full saturation, incompatibility with dimmer switches, and the need for proper mercury-safe disposal at end of life. Keep it in an open or semi-open fixture for best heat management and longest lifespan. Within those parameters, it's a practical, long-running option for anyone who needs colored light in a standard socket without the heat and short life of a colored incandescent.