Compact Fluorescent Lights (CFL's)
 
Stained glass Tiffany lamps and other lighting fixtures work just as well with Compact Fluorescents (CFL's) as they do with incandescent bulbs. But, CFL's are designed specifically for each lighting task.
Most CFLs come in "warm" colors to match the yellowish light of incandescent bulbs you are now using in your lamps.
You can also choose "cooler" colors with whiter and bluish hues for reading and task lighting.
You can choose the temperature that will set off the stained glass colors and shapes and supply the amount of light you need.
Color in lighting is measured on the Kelvin scale (K) and is marked on CFL packaging. For warmer color look for 2700–3000K the incandescent temperature and color for which most stained glass lamps are designed, 3500–4100K gives a bright white light and 5000–6500K is bluer and most like daylight.
CFL's Come in a Multitude of Shapes & Sizes
Bare, Mini-spirals, Spirals:These work well in desk lamps or Tiffany style accent lamps with stained glass shades. The  stained glass shades cover them. These are also the most economical.
 Bare Double, Tripe, Quadruple Tubes: These work well in stained glass wall sconces that paint a ceiling by pointing upward. The bulbs can not be seen.
Covered A-Line: These look just like incandescent lights and look very good in all stained glass table lamps, Tiffany floor lamps, floor lamps torchiere and sconces.
Covered Globe: These are used in bathrooms and vanity lights.
Covered Bullet or Torpedo CFL: These are designed for chandeliers including stained glass chandeliers.
CFL's are Different Than Incandescent Bulbs
CFL's can save you a good deal of money, if used properly. The lamps should not be turned on for brief periods of time and then off. This shortens the life of CFL's and increases the cost of running it. Figure leaving the lamps on for at least 15 - 20 minutes.
The amount of wattage for a given lumen of light is much lower for CFL's.
Choosing CFL's Comparable To Your Incandescent Light Bulbs
Incandescent
|
Light Output
|
Fluorescent
|
Watts
|
Lumens
|
Watts
|
40
|
450
|
9 - 12
|
| 60 |
800 |
13 - 15
|
| 75 |
1,100 |
18 - 25
|
| 100 |
1,600 |
23 - 30
|
| 150 |
2,600 |
30 - 52
|
If your light is on a dimmer switch, you will probably have to change the dimmer switch. Each type of light bulbs needs a dimmer switch specifically designed for that type of bulb.
CFL's contain a minute amount of mercury. Care should be taken that the bulb does not break and is disposed of properly.
For more information go to: Switching to Compact Fluorescent Lights or for LED information go to: Seven Reasons to Choose LED Lighting for Your Home
We, at Smashing Stained Glass are dedicated to providing our customers with helpful design ideas, lighting information, and the finest quality stained glassand lighting fixtures at the best prices, with unparalleled customer service, and support to ensure total, and complete satisfaction with every purchase.
 We accept 
Smashing Stained Glass is an authorized dealer of Meyda Tiffany lighting. You can buy with confidence.
Home | Why Buy from Us | Who We Are | Contact Us
Credit Card Security | Store Policies
Table Lamps | Floor Lamps | Ceiling Lamps | Stained Glass Chandeliers
Staind Glass Windows | Wall Sconces | Stained Glass Fireplace Screens | Outdoor Lighting
Site Map
|
