Challenge #2: Safety and Dimmer update
For those of you who are jumping right into Challenge #2, I just want to provide you with a little update on safety and the use of CFLs with dimmers that were brought to my attention by some very well informed friends.
Safety First!
Safety First!
- CFLs each contain a small amount of Mercury. So, don't throw them away in the trash. Recycle them with other household hazardous waste. http://www.io.com/~dstroup/mercury.html, http://www.grist.org/advice/ask/2006/06/12/smell/
- Also, keep CFLs away from children. If the bulbs are broken, the Mercury can be released. Mercury is a neurotoxin that can be most dangerous to young children or childbearing (or breastfeeding) mothers and their offspring.
Dimmers
- Regular CFLs cannot be used in fixtures with dimmers. Be sure to read the package to find out if the bulb that you are purchasing will work with a dimmer. http://www.grist.org/advice/ask/2006/06/07/dimmer/
posted by Jessica Drummond, MPT at
9:04 AM
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There are new models of CFLs on the market now. One example that is commonly available is the GE "daylight" compact florescent that may feel more light the lighting that you're used to. Warm and Cool spectrum CFLs also exist. Check out...
a great resource on the details of buying CFLs including color/ brightness: http://www.healthgoods.com/education/healthy_home_information/Lighting/cfl_q_and_a.htm
and, an online supplier of GE daylight CFLs:
http://www.samsclub.com/shopping/navigate.do?dest=5&item=340461
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