Regular, everyday light. Our softest soft white. Light output: 485 lumens. Energy used: 40 watts. Life: 1000 hours. To save energy costs, find the bulbs with the light output you need, then choose the one with the lowest watts. Ideal bulb for reading, writing, sewing, needlework, painting or computer work. Contains a specially designed coating that provides an extra diffused light with reduced filament glare. Made in Mexico.