Compact Fluorescent
Switching from traditional bulbs (or incandescents) to CFLs is the easiest and quickest way to reduce your home energy costs and contribute to a better environment. The benefits of CFLs have been summarized in our Lighting Products page. You can also click on "Make the Switch" image to review the benefits and calculate potential savings. CFLs come in many shapes and sizes. We encourage you to view the "Choose A Light Guide" before selecting the right light for your home. You can also read about the different bulb shapes and styles under CFL Bulb Shapes below. Alternatively, you can contact us by phone or e-mail and we will be happy to help. |
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Color Temperature Correlated color temperature (CCT) relates to the color of a light produced by a light source expressed in degrees Kelvin (°K). Incandescent lights have a low color temperature (approximately 2800°K) and have a red-yellowish tone; daylight has a high color temperature (approximately 6000°K) and appears bluish (the most popular fluorescent light Cool White is rated at 4100°K). Today, the phosphors used in fluorescent lights can be blended to provide any desired color temperature in the range from 2800°K to 7000°K. The table below lists the color temperature of various light sources. 1500 K candle light warm 1800 K sunlight at dawn light warm 2000 K high pressure sodium light warm 2700 K conventional incandescent light warm 2800 K warm white fluorescent light warm 3000 K halogen light warm 4000 K cool white fluorescent light neutral 5000 K sunlight at midday cool 6000 K mercury vapor light cool 6500 K daylight fluorescent light cool |
Consult this chart for: - Light output equivalency between Incandescents and CFLs - CFL generated $Cost and CO2 Emissions savings CFL bulbs
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