Did old-fashioned light bulbs last longer than modern ones?

This is a very good question that should be easy to answer, but like everything, you need to to look closely. “Old-fashioned.” If you are speaking of some of the earliest 'Edison bulbs,' those things could last a ridiculously long time. In fact, I believe the whole concept of 'built-in obsolescence' came about due to light bulbs. read more

Generally speaking, bulbs today, last longer. More importantly, modern bulbs are much cheaper to operate for the lumen output. It doesn't matter how long a bulb lasts if it is costing you a mint to keep it on. read more

Yes, they will last much longer than incandescent bulbs. The age of the copper used in the wires has no effect. The sockets and insulation used in the wiring may be damaged by age. One more point to consider is that LED bulbs use much less current than an incandescent bulb. read more

The new bulbs last longer, but they can be much more expensive than the traditional incandescent. A six-pack of 60-watt dimmable light bulbs from Cree was selling for $78 on Home Depot's website over the weekend. read more