The official name of the energy saving bulbs is compact fluorescent lamps, abbreviated CFL. They were created to replace the incandescent lamps. Promoting energy saving, they became the leader in the market. Even the European government stimulates their use. But are they actually that good? Let’s have a look at their pros and cons.
- Energy efficiency
This one is the first that comes to everybody’s mind. Energy saving bulbs use only one fifth of those used by an incandescent lamps. The difference comes from the physical principle they are based on. Unlike incandescent lamps, they don’t dissipate heat. This is the main reason that brings efficiency up. Energy saving bulbs are more expensive than regular ones, but the investment is worthy.
- Lifespan
Another characteristic in favour of the fluorescent lamps is their lifespan. They can last from eight to fifteen times longer than regular bulbs. Unlike incandescent lamps they don’t fulminate. That’s good because they won’t break into pieces. Buying of these fluorescent lamps can save you some cleaning and risk of getting cut on any of those pieces.
- Health issues
According to a scientific research fluorescent lamps may expose people to additional health risks. The reason for that is the emission of ultraviolet light. Such radiation can aggravate current skin issues. Such waves of radiation have a special place in food processing. So when you lastly did the oven cleaning have you noticed what are the lamps in it? I bet they were not fluorescent.
- Environment issues
This is another disadvantage of the energy saving bulbs. Some merchandisers tag them “Eco-friendly”, but they aren’t. Fluorescent bulbs contain mercury. This means that they have to be disposed separately. Probably, the first thing that came to your mind, is that mercury is also bad for your health. Well, this one is not a big drawback, because there is too little mercury in them. Practically it is impossible to harm anyone.
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