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Can compact fluorescent light bulbs be dimmed?

April 26, 2017compact dimmed fluorescent light bulbs

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Can compact fluorescent light bulbs be dimmed?

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There are dimmable compact fluorescent bulbs sold specifically for dimmable applications. Dimmable applications tend to have a small amount of electricity running through them even though a lamp is shut off. The lamp continually tries to turn itself on, which shortens the CFL life.