About that light bulb........

Maybe you also have read that using the standard "flame bulb"with the tip pointing down is "counter intuitive" because gas flames do not burn downward. I have found that statement to be extremely insulting not just to my intelligence, but to the intelligence of the populace. This suggests we can be fooled by simply creating a close proximity of something, out of a different material, and with just a smidgen of resemblance to the real item.


People, your eyes and brain KNOW that it is a light bulb, not a flame.  Nothing counter intutive about this! (Anyway a flame can burn downward as anyone who has used a propane torch can attest).

You can use this type of bulb, up or down, to retain the authentic look of a vintage fixture.
Now there is a reason for for using these flame bulbs with the tip upward. When they are used tip downward heat can build up at the base (now at the top) shortening the life of the bulb or worse, creating a fire risk.

Listen to your eyes - PB