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Old 08-08-13, 09:06 AM   #87
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Originally Posted by randen View Post
I've been a huge fan of LED lighting for a while. If they are purchased directly from China the prices are good. Imagine replacing a light for the last time.
I bought quite a few LED bulbs from China also, and the price and promise of long life were definite selling points.

However, the mortality rate of the LED bulbs I got has not been a confidence builder (now approaching 50% after about two years).

Randen, can you share details of the kind of bulbs and seller info on your purchases?

I think that the markup of LED bulbs being sold in the US (which are made in China) is too much.

I also think that the lifespan of the LED bulbs I got straight from China is too little.

Please advise.

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