I've given up on three-way light bulbs. This isn't a “green” decision, but one driven by frustration with poor design. When my 3-way bedside lamp (30-70-100-watts) didn't switch properly I tightened ...

allowing them to be switched from one intensity to another. The wiring has worn out and these lamps need to be rewired. Do you know of any businesses that could rewire them for us as they were ...

A: Yes, and they work in standard sockets designed for regular three-way bulbs, said Steve Goldmacher, director of corporate communications for Philips Lighting Co. Fluorescent three-way bulbs work ...