FAQ
Can Compact Fluorescent Light Bulbs (CFLs) be used in recessed cans, outdoor lights, or track lighting?
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Do compact fluorescent bulbs (CFLs) use less energy than incandescent bulbs when the energy required to make the bulbs is also considered?
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Do LEDs create heat?
How do CFLs result in less mercury in the environment compared to traditional light bulbs?
How should Compact Fluorescent Light Bulbs (CFLs) be disposed? Do they need to be recycled?
I want to replace my incandescent light bulbs. How do I select the best CFL?
Is there ENERGY STAR qualified LED lighting?
What is a CFL?
Why should people use CFLs?
Aren’t all LED lights highly efficient and long-lasting?
Basic parts of LED lighting
Can ENERGY STAR qualified CFLs be used with dimmer switches?
Can I use compact fluorescent bulbs in 3-way fixtures?
Can I use compact fluorescent bulbs in damp environments?
Can I use compact fluorescent bulbs in fully enclosed or recessed fixtures?
Can I use compact fluorescent bulbs outside?
Can I use compact fluorescent bulbs with a dimmer?
Can I use compact fluorescent bulbs with timers, motion detectors, dusk to dawn fixtures or emergency light fixtures?
How are compact fluorescent light bulbs different than incandescent bulbs?
How are LED lighting products different from other lighting, like fluorescent or incandescent?
How do I know what compact fluorescent bulb wattage to use?
I hear incandescent light bulbs are being phased out? Is that true?
Is there any special handling I should be aware of prior to or during installation?
Is there mercury in compact fluorescent bulbs? Should I be concerned?
Should there be a clear sticker pealing off of my LED shoplight or LED tube?
What are LEDs?
What if a bulb burns out prematurely?
What is Solid-State Lighting?
What is the difference between a Soft White, Bright White and Daylight compact fluorescent bulb? How do I know which color temperature to choose?
What is the rated life for a CFL based on?
When should compact fluorescent bulbs not be used?
Where can I use compact fluorescent bulbs? What are my choices?