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Efficient lightbulbs come in various color temperatures. You don't need incandescents to get the same color temperature. I don't like the harsher blue ones so I
by drivers99 14y ago
Efficient lightbulbs come in various color temperatures. You don't need incandescents to get the same color temperature. I don't like the harsher blue ones so I buy the warmer ones for at home.
- nsxwolf 14y agoI still suspect it won't "look right", as there's more to it than just color. The geometric patterns it may cast on the wall, maybe some other "intangible" effects. I'll have to try one out. It may just be that I'm on the vinyl side in the lighting equivalent of the "vinyl vs CD" debate.
- drivers99 14y agoOne disadvantage (with flourescents; I'm sure LEDs wouldn't have this issue) I've noticed is that there is a small delay between when you turn on the light switch and the bulb turns on. Also, it doesn't start at full brightness but has to gradually increase to full brightness. Not a huge issue but worth mentioning.
- nsxwolf 14y agoAnd we haven't even talked about dimming. I have dimmers everywhere. CFLs don't dim at all (unless they're special, and I bet they suck). They have other wonderful quirks like blinking when off, if connected to an illuminated switch.