George wrote:
On Mon, 1 Dec 2008 11:50:39 -0800, "Zoot" wrote:

I've been using CFLs for several years now, and I've found that they have
about the same lifespan as an incandescent bulb, despite claims to the
contrary. Seven year warranty? Whatta joke. I went back to incandescent in a
few places because I got tired of the CFLs burning out.

What are others experiences with CFLs? How long do they last for you?

We had awful results (like, 5 yrs ago?), and gave up on them.
Retrospectively, we suspect:
- Bad product (probably Feit, I don't remember). Not 'Dollar-store'
stuff, but HD 'near the checkout line' sales, so maybe just as
bad.
- Mounted upside down (in open basement fixtures).
- Excessive on/off switching.

G

While I am not seeing "5 Year" life I am seeing good lifespans.
And when my Feits would burn out I called them and would get new ones.
I think the new ones are better.
They definitely last longer right side up in open fixtures.

Lou