On Mon, 02 Dec 2013 20:14:33 -0500, Stormin Mormon
wrote:

On 12/2/2013 6:43 PM, Gary wrote:
Hi,

Our electrician recommended we replace the 85 50W halogen spotlights in
our ceilings with LEDs. We live in Costa Rica where electricity is
expensive and frequent lightening strikes and power surges blow out
bulbs. If possible we will use 12V LEDs. We will also be adding a
whole house surge protector. Our apartment has recessed CFLs in the
ceilings. Would that be a better option? We have no experience with
LED lighting. We would appreciate your opinions.

Thanks,
Gary

I'd ask to visit some of his earlier customers, and
see what they think. Maybe you know someone who did
this (work, church, up and down the street) and can
ask. From here, it sounds good.

I'm in NY, USA. I've got some CFL bulbs. The LED bulbs
I have are from China, and not very bright. I use one
for a night light in the bathroom. Tried one over the
kitchen sink, but 2 watts isn't enough to wash dishes.
12 and 15 watt LEDs are as bright as 50 - 80 watt bulbs.