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Old 04-17-2014, 03:30 PM
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Getting away from incandescent bulbs is a win-win for everyone. Cfl bulbs , as you stated, are a good choice. Don't forget about LED lights.
Cfl bulbs have a small amount of mercury in them and must be disposed of properly. LED bulbs are even a bit more efficient but the downside is cost. If you look for deals, you'll find some great sales. I replaced my flood with LED floods in the kitchen and they look great. Another plus is that most LED bulbs are dimmable where many Cfl bulbs are not.