Light bulbs: make that switch with ease
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Environment-friendliness and economy are the two main arguments in favor of environmental light bulbs as opposed to the “old” bulbs. The environmental bulbs don’t have to be changed as often as the traditional ones, because they last up to ten times longer than the traditional bulbs. They also produce less warmth, which means you can save even more money on air conditioning (valid mostly for bigger office spaces). Furthermore, the fluorescent bulbs need three times less energy than the “old” ones, which helps to save both the environment and your pocket.
Except for running a Toronto lisitngs agency, I’m always looking for ways to make my lifestyle a bit more Earth-friendly. Most customers are not experts and may feel that the selection of environmental light bulbs is very wide, making it very difficult to pick the right one. In order to help you choose while shopping for light bulbs, we have summed up some easy tips for you.
The right bulb
The fluorescent light bulbs are produced in all types, forms and dimensions, so it would be easy to pick one that doesn’t fit. In order to prevent this, you should take your old bulb with you to the store and compare it with the available assortment. When using the fluorescent bulbs, check the wattage – the new bulbs use up only one quarter of the energy needed by the traditional ones (60 watt traditional bulb = 15 watt environmental bulb). If you need a bulb for a dimmer light, make sure your new bulb works in these – it should be mentioned on the packaging.
The right place
For rooms with high temperature and insufficient ventilation, such as recessed ceiling fixtures, it would be a bad idea to use a fluorescent light bulb. The bulb takes anything between one and three minutes to light up and doesn’t like to be switched on and off often. Thus the best places for an environmental bulb are those where you don’t need to switch the light on and off too much and it can stay on for the minimum of 15 minutes, so that the light bulb can work properly and lasts longer.
How to dispose of environmental bulbs
After your light bulb has served you its time, you should always recycle it at your local recycling spot. The fluorescent bulbs contain mercury, a dangerous heavy-metal. If broken, do not vacuum. It is also dangerous to touch the mercury with bare hands. It’s better to clean the larger bits with a piece of cardboard. Then apply some sticky tape to remove the remaining tiny bits and wipe the place with a wet cloth. It is also a good idea to open the window in the room for at least 15 minutes so that you prevent mercury poisoning.
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