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Post by Metella on Dec 30, 2006 17:32:32 GMT -5
First - they fit where regular round light bulbs fit.
Second - they last 7 years and use much less energy - so they save YOU MONEY in two ways, you don't buy as many bulbs and you have a substantially lower energy bill.
Thrid - I was unsure - but decided I would do my part for using less electricity - I thought they may have a duller light; or be just the same.
GEEZ - these lights are brighter and seem to cast less shadow - I highly recommend them. They install just like the other light bulb and take about 1/2 second longer to flick on & then are brighter & nicer & whiter than the old kind.
Anyone else have experience with these?
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Post by spits on Dec 30, 2006 19:03:35 GMT -5
Yes! I haven't replaced all the bulbs yet in my apartment with them (since an older style lamp requires the round shape of the older bulbs...I know, excuses, excuses!), but I agree - they are brighter (different quality of light, though, but that was to be expected), last longer, and do have an impact on the electric bill (lowering it!). It's the small stuff that really adds up!
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Post by Sirenna on Dec 30, 2006 20:15:59 GMT -5
I have some. They were freebies from the government here to promote energy-saving. They work ok. Not as good as natural lighting (but then what is?) But I couldn't discern a difference between them and regular flourescent light bulbs. They're safer too in that, unlike the round lightbulbs, these don't have filaments which can ignite and spark and they're always cool to the touch no matter how long they've been on for.
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Post by SarahIvy on Dec 31, 2006 3:30:22 GMT -5
I don't have much to add in terms of how compact flourescents are great, but we've been using them for years now and love them.
I have yet to come across the mythical 7 year compact, but they do definitely last far far longer than old fashioned bulbs and they DO make a noticeable dent in the electric bill.
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Post by Metella on Jan 1, 2007 0:22:19 GMT -5
Yeah, I haven't replaced all my lights - just as they go out - this is what I am using. I am glad you guys have also tried them, I'll see what my bill reflects in a few months when I may be 50% converted.
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Post by Techguy on Jan 1, 2007 0:39:20 GMT -5
I tried a few of these compact fluorescent bulbs, in my shop work area and to illuminate my front porch and back entrance to the patio. I haven't noticed any difference in the quality of illumination, but the new bulbs definitely last a lot longer than conventional tungsten bulbs. I've had to replace the tungsten bulbs in the other areas of my home several times, whereas the compact fluorescents are still going strong. I have a few more spare tungsten bulbs which I will use, but when they are gone I will definitely switch over completely to the compact fluorescents.
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Post by noc on Jan 9, 2007 20:00:41 GMT -5
I like the daylight ones. I buy 3 packs for $10.00 at Menards. I will be done very soon. I like the bug light ones for the back door. It's a little investment at first, but I think you end up saving on both energy and light bulbs within a year. And, I've also read that they are safer. It will be a pain to dispose, but so are batteries.
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Post by Metella on Jan 11, 2007 7:39:05 GMT -5
oh? I'm not supposed to toss it in the trash? Please tell me - I know about batteries; but haven't heard about a special way to dispose of these bulbs?
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Post by spits on Jan 11, 2007 9:30:16 GMT -5
If I'm not mistaken, the bulbs contain a small amount of mercury - I think it's legal to throw them in the trash, but you'd be better off taking them to a facility that can process hazardous material (do I have this right, noc?). In the US, try using earth911.org to look up disposal sites.
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Post by maherjunkie on Jan 23, 2007 19:06:59 GMT -5
On the subject of energy conservation, has anybody saved money (a lot, anyway) through coldwater washing? Did you find it just as effective?
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Post by Metella on Jan 24, 2007 9:28:53 GMT -5
I don't know if I saved any actual Precious Money. ?? Can't really tell on my bills.
However, I do use the special cold water detergent and the clothes have come out just as clean. I don't have teen boys to give it the ultimate test, but for normal adult guck - it seems to work just fine for me. I even have an older wash machine - so I'm sure the new ones aggitate the clothes even better.
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Post by SarahIvy on Jan 24, 2007 13:32:37 GMT -5
I could not tell you how much money I have saved, but cold water washing is energy efficient and works just fine.
We live on a small farm and all the muck and grime that comes with it, and I've never had a problem with cold water not getting the clothes clean. Also, I think cold actually helps the clothes last longer, it's easier on the fabrics.
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Post by BegToDiffer on Jan 25, 2007 11:43:33 GMT -5
Metella, thanks for the tip about the light bulbs. I've seen them, but haven't broke down and bought any. If they last longer, I'm all for it. And if I save money too, that's frosting on the cake.
I like cold water on most things. Stains don't set in cold water. However, with the animals' towels, I prefer hot water and lots of bleach.
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Post by Metella on Jan 31, 2007 10:14:57 GMT -5
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Post by NikkiGreen on Jan 31, 2007 16:01:41 GMT -5
We've used these compact bulbs for some time now. I can't remember since when as there hasn't been any need to replace any of them!  The smaller bills from BC Hydro and the lack of replacements has more than made up for the extra cost of acquiring them. |
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