Better Light from Those CFLs
November 16, 2011
Compact fluorescent lights are one way to save on your electric bill. However, many folks reject them because they seem not to give as much light as your traditional incandescent bulbs. Here are some tips taken from an FC&A Publishing book "How to do (just about) Everything Right the First Time".
"* Watts measure how much energy the bulb uses, while lumens measure the amount of light it gives off. Two CFLs can use the same number of watts but give off different amounts of light. Read the package label and buy a CFL with the same number of lumens as the bulb it is replacing - or more if you need more light."
"*...for light that resembles "bright white", "daylight," or "natural" incandescent bulbs, look for CFLs with 3500K or higher."
"* The Color Rendering Index (CRI) measures the bulb's ability to show an object's trure color, when compared to sunlight. Buy CFLs with a CRI of 80 or higher."
"*Buy only Energy Star-qualified CFLs. They must meet tough standards, and unlike other fluorescent, these are guaranteed not to buzz or hum."
I was pleased to come across this information as I had rejected the CFLs for spaces where I wanted bright light. I hope it proves helpful to you.
Compact fluorescent lights are one way to save on your electric bill. However, many folks reject them because they seem not to give as much light as your traditional incandescent bulbs. Here are some tips taken from an FC&A Publishing book "How to do (just about) Everything Right the First Time".
"* Watts measure how much energy the bulb uses, while lumens measure the amount of light it gives off. Two CFLs can use the same number of watts but give off different amounts of light. Read the package label and buy a CFL with the same number of lumens as the bulb it is replacing - or more if you need more light."
"*...for light that resembles "bright white", "daylight," or "natural" incandescent bulbs, look for CFLs with 3500K or higher."
"* The Color Rendering Index (CRI) measures the bulb's ability to show an object's trure color, when compared to sunlight. Buy CFLs with a CRI of 80 or higher."
"*Buy only Energy Star-qualified CFLs. They must meet tough standards, and unlike other fluorescent, these are guaranteed not to buzz or hum."
I was pleased to come across this information as I had rejected the CFLs for spaces where I wanted bright light. I hope it proves helpful to you.
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