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Beneficial Bulbs for Every Room
Energy Star recommends putting
Kitchen
Recessed lighting, whether used for general illumination or above sinks and stovetops, can take R30 or R40 fluorescent reflector lamps. The fact that these bulbs last up to 10 times longer than incandescents means fewer trips up the ladder to change them. For
Bulbs will likely be visible in pen- dants over kitchen islands or a table, so compact fluorescents with a familiar “A” lamp style are best. Because dimmable com- pact fluorescents are available, the light level can adjust to accommodate tasks or mood- setting entertaining.
Living Room
Here, too, recessed lighting can benefit from the use of R30 or R40 fluorescent reflector lamps. If line voltage track lighting is used instead or in addition, those fixtures can take R20 or R30 fluorescent reflector lamps.
Portable
Bathroom
Incandescent bulbs in standard
end of the spectrum in bathrooms, so 3000K would be an appropriate choice. Fluorescent sources provide sufficient light for activities such as shaving or applying makeup without casting harsh shadows.
Bedrooms
The average home’s bedrooms as a whole— including master, guest and children’s
Tiffany lamps are enhanced by fluorescent sources because they create even illumination behind the colorful glass. Flush mounts with ventilation are also conducive to these sources because there are no visible “hot spots.” Since the fluorescent sources themselves are cool to the touch when in operation, there is less to worry about when they’re used in a child’s bedroom.
Outdoor
Spiral CFLs are available in bug light versions for use outdoors.
the panels of exterior lanterns.
Outdoor fixtures benefit greatly from