Thanks, John.
I think I can see a large consignment of compact flurries being ordered - if I'm fitting one I may as well do the whole house.
Cheers, HNY
I'll ask the neighbours if they have any problems. Unfortunately the problem extends to the lounge as well.
Question: do compact flourescents fail in the same way, ie with over voltage and extended use?
We moved here a few months ago and have been rather surprised at the rate at which the light bulbs fail.
The average bulb seems to last about 2-3 months. The other anoying thing is when the bulb goes it trips the CB and plunges the house into darkness. One light (in the hall) seemed to fail...