Sometimes even lightbulbs need a good cleaning. Here’s everything you need to know about cleaning both filament bulbs and LED bulbs around your home.
There are no spots in your home that are immune to dust buildup. Dust will accumulate anywhere and everywhere, from the top of your refrigerator to the inside of your PC tower. One frequent hiding spot for dust that you may not have thought of is the bulbs in your home’s various lighting fixtures.
A light bulb is actually one of dust’s favorite squatting spots. You don’t normally look at a light bulb unless it burns out or malfunctions somehow, and the ambient electricity it produces attracts dust like a magnet. If you’re looking to get your home properly, extensively clean, that includes wiping all that accumulated dust off of your bulbs. To ensure you don’t damage anything, you should endeavor to handle this with professional-level care, even if you’re not a professional yourself.
For information on how we came up with these tips, check our methodology at the bottom of the page.You’ll need a cloth or duster, and possibly some water
The precise tools and materials you’ll need to clean any particular light bulb largely depend on two factors: the bulb’s location, and its condition. For the former, if the bulb is located in a high spot like a ceiling fan or similar dangling light fixture, you’ll need a ladder or stepladder to reach it. Don’t try to stand on a chair, stool, or anything else that won’t stand steady.
As for the bulb’s condition, dust accumulation can take a couple of forms. In the best-case scenario, the bulb will just have a thin coat of loose dust on it. In such a case, you can handle that with a duster or dry microfiber cloth, the same kind you’d use to clean your phone with.
