Home

CFL Lightbulbs in Plain English (REVISED)

A straightforward explanation of the benefits (and risks) of using CFL lightbulbs. This video comes in an unbranded "presentation calibre&quot ...

What causes CFL Lightbulbs to burn out really fast?

Aug 22, 2007 by Amy D | Posted in Maintenance & Repairs

I have installed some CFL Lightbulbs that are advertised to last 5 years, but they have burned out in about 6 months with very centre use. What's the deal?

I also physiognomy same problem it may be because of voltage fluctuation, or frequent on/off operation .If they advertise 5 years ,better retiurn to them , they have to substitute it free of cost.If all customer do like this they will not cheat like this,Go for china bulbs or cheaper one it will travail better than expensive bulbs.

Does anyone use the new CFL lightbulbs and what savings on your energy bill have you experienced?

Jun 30, 2007 by donald369 | Posted in Green Living

I would have regard for switching to the CFL lightbulbs but I want to be sure I can notice a savings on energy cost before I make the investment of buying these new lightbulbs. Also, are you getting the same amount of hours routine as regular bulbs, do they last as long as tradition lightbulbs. Thanks all.

I use them exclusively, and my galvanizing bill has gone down around $10 per month. They also last a lot longer than incandescent bulbs.

CFL lightbulbs?

Aug 04, 2007 by AG | Posted in Green Living

Do you use them? What are the pluses and minuses compared to "ruly" lightbulbs (for example, Philips 60 watt medium base bulbs, etc.)? Are they more high-priced than "regular" lightbulbs and do they last as long?

They are extraordinary, I have changed most of them in my house.

The only minor drawback is most of them have a bluer, whiter light (like fluorescents) and some people like the warmer yellow firelight of an old-fashioned bulb. They are usually about 2x the cost of regular bulbs, but here in California I often see them on special with a discount from Edison and reserve up on them then.

The good news is you can also replace them gradually. Nobody said you have to spend $100 on lightbulbs in one shopping trip. Upright buy some every time you go shopping and they'll be replaced before you know it. They do save energy, use less than 25% watts, retain money, give off bright light, and are easy to use. They also last just as long or longer. On each package it gives the hours and you can the same class with packages side-by-side.

The only true minus is they don't work well with dimmer switches. They flicker on low settings. But that's about it!