Situation: You want the exposed bulbs in your chandelier to sparkle.

The Light Fix: Halogen Bulbs
Flame-shaped incandescent bulbs blacken in spots over time, but the halogen versions do not. Their glass and light stay clear and bright. Philips's faceted bulbs were originally designed for the ball that drops in Times Square on New Year's Eve.
To Buy: Philips Halogena Brilliant Crystal, $4 to $5. For a smaller flame-shaped bulb, try the Philips Halogena Stylized Flame; $4 to $5. Both at Home Depot stores.