These EXT bulbs are made to help things stand out, and no  they aren't something to put in your sneakers to add a few inches. With the narrow spot beam spread these bulbs help bring out the most in your painting, product, or puppy sculpture. Looking for a lamp that will say, I am serious about light and want to show you with beautiful color and intensity. Have someone that needs a good scolding, shine these at them like a detective in the movies and they'll get the point. Bottom line is, if you have trouble seeing the bottom line shining these bulbs at it will definitely enlighten you.