Q. Your recent article touting CFL bulbs was unfortunately one-sided. The cost savings dwindle when these bulbs burn out and they must be taken to a toxic waste disposal site. The time taken to find ...

When it does burn out, expect a dramatic pop and a distinct odor. The CFL bulb might even produce smoke while the base of the bulb turns black. None of these things should cause concern. In fact, ...

So you’re doing your part using the energy-saving compact fluorescent light bulbs. They do have a longer life than the incandescent bulbs, but eventually they burn out. Then what do you do? First of ...

Do you remember making the switch from incandescent bulbs to CFLs? Today, switching to LEDs offers even more benefits in ...

A St. John's man is questioning the safety of compact fluorescent bulbs after finding burn marks on a light bulb in his basement. When James Osborne went to change a light bulb in his laundry room ...

A while ago, I wrote an article in this space about compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFL) and light-emitting diode bulbs (LED) burning out faster than advertised. I also solicited some reader response ...

For example, a compact fluorescent bulb uses 13 watts of power and gives off the same amount of light or lumens as an incandescent 60-watt bulb. They also have a longer life than incandescent bulbs.

Who would have thought a mere lightbulb would become such a media darling? The compact fluorescent lamp, or CFL, has reached eco-friendly superstardom. It’s touted everywhere you look as one of the ...

Expect the light to dim as it nears its end. When it does burn out, expect a dramatic pop and a distinct odor. The CFL bulb might even produce smoke while the base of the bulb turns black. None of ...

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