Can a fluorescent light bulb be dimmed?
Only with a fluorescent dimmer, not on a standard incandescent dimmer. back to top • Can a compact fluorescent light bulb be dimmed? Westinghouse has a few compact fluorescent light bulbs that have been specifically designed to be able to be dimmed on an incandescent dimmer. However, generally speaking, CFL light bulbs cannot be dimmed. back to top • Is it OK to throw fluorescent tubes in the trash? Fluorescent tubes contain mercury, which is a hazardous waste, but the amount in a single lamp is small. Please check with your local authorities if you are disposing of a large quantity of fluorescent tubes. back to top • What is ENERGY STAR? The ENERGY STAR® label that is found on products stands for superior energy performance. ENERGY STAR® was first introduced by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency in 1992 as a voluntary labeling program designed to identify and promote energy efficient products that reduce carbon dioxide emissions. back to top • When I first used a Compact Fluores
