Q: When it comes to home improvement, screwing things up is one thing I can do well, especially where lighting is concerned.
I recently bought my first six-pack of energy-saving bulbs. For residential use, they do take a little getting used to on account of the brief start-up flicker and the time it takes for the bulbs to warm up to their maximum brightness. Nevertheless, I like the idea of getting 60 watts of light for just 13 watts of energy using a bulb that lasts 8,000 hours.
Will energy-efficient bulbs allow me to exceed the wattage rating posted on my ceiling light fixtures by any amount?
I have basement...
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