problems with U.K energy efficient lights bulbs when used with dimmer?
my 2 y/o daugter is s-h-i-t scared of the dark so we leave her light on with the dimmer.trouble is,is that when we use an energy efficient bulb,it flashes and in the interests of going green, i don’t like to use ‘normal’ light bulbs.so are there any types of energy bulbs out there compatable with dimmer switches or switches compatable with the bulbs? also, does using a dimmer save any electricity?
Since most energy efficient bulbs use fluorescent tubes, normal dimmers will not work because of the way they operate. There are dimmers available for use with these types of lights but they are significantly more expensive than conventional dimmers. If you are not handy with electricity you will need an electrician to install them. I suggest you buy a “nite light” which uses a 7 watt incandescent bulb. This will be as inexpensive as any solution and they work great.
