Can Compact Fluorescent Lights (CFLs) be used in recessed cans, outdoor lights, or track lighting?
Yes! Always read the packaging of the CFL to be sure of its proper application, but there are a wide variety of ENERGY STAR qualified CFLs that are designed for use in most fixtures in your home or business. Product types include: • Incandescent shape (or A-shaped) and Globes, both are good in fixtures where the bulb is exposed or in fixtures with clamp lamp shades • Reflectors are intended for non-dimmable track lighting and recessed cans, and some weather protected outdoor spot lights • Candle shapes can be used in some porch lights, in wall sconces and in some chandeliers • Spirals, and mini-spirals are getting smaller and smaller in size and can be used in almost any fixture, especially table and floor lamps with harped shades There are a few qualified 3-way and dimming CFL models that can be used for 3-way fixtures or in dimmable recessed cans or track lighting. Search for CFL features you want in our “advanced” product search.
