I have a light fixture that lists the maximum bulb wattage as 60W. Right now, I have a standard incandescent bulb in place. Since there is only one light in the room, a single bulb is not bright enough. Can I safely switch to CFLs or LEDs with a greater Lumen output than the standard 60 incandescent as long as I don't go over the 60W draw?
asked May 5, 2015 at 13:29
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1diy.stackexchange.com/questions/64107/… - Related question– FreiheitCommented May 5, 2015 at 17:53
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Yes. The more efficient bulb will also produce less heat, so it should be fine. The only concern is that if there is a dimmer you need a dimmable bulb, and if there is a touch switch or other circuit that was powering itself via a trickle current thru the bulb that may not work -- but neither it nor the bulb will be harmed by the experiment, so go for it.
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Frequently, cfls and leds need the newer dimmers,otherwise low dimmer settings result. Again, not dangerous, just annoying to have to replace both.– HerrBagCommented May 5, 2015 at 15:50
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