about 1 week ago - No comments
Question by Jordan L: Why can’t energy saving light bulbs dim, when used on a dimmer switch? We have recently installed some new light fixtures and did not realize that energy saving light bulbs will not dim, they will only work on maximum power, when the dimmer switch is turned down, they just flicker. Also
about 1 month ago - 14 comments
Question by jrenee: Do energy saving light bulbs really save you money? Has anyone see a drop in their electric bills after using energy saving bulbs? —————————————— Answer by tmcbluewell i instlaled them in each single socket when i moved into this home so i did not see a drop because it was before i
about 1 month ago - 4 comments
Question by Olivia Maer: do you think yahoo should switch to a black background to save energy? A friend told me about blackle dot com which will help save energy. Do you think Yahoo should follow suit to save energy? Yahoo is a very popular site! I got thi info: http://www.blackle.com/about/ —————————————— Answer by Cem
about 1 month ago - 5 comments
Question by Alicia G: Do those swirly light bulbs that save energy work? I’ve used them but they do not last 7 years like it says on the box. —————————————— Answer by Kimberlythey do work to conserve Answer by bestonnet_00They’d only get 7 years with occasional use though you should be able to get at
about 1 month ago - 4 comments
Question by MJ: Whats the safe way of discarding broken energy-saving light bulbs? I broke one and want to know, what the best method to dispose of it? Also I know they contain mercury vapour, and I was wondering whats the chance of suffering mercury poisoning? —————————————— Answer by The Man In The BoxPut on
about 1 month ago - No comments
Question by : Can you grow plants under the light from the energy saving light bulbs? I’m talking about the swirly looking ones —————————————— Answer by R.N.sure you can. Also, you might get some lettuce, tear into small pieces. Put the tore up lettuce on top of the dirt, under the leaves. Do not do
about 1 month ago - No comments
Question by Anonymous: Can energy saving light bulbs give me a tan? Or even sunburn? They give off UV, that is the same harmful waves the sun gives off. —————————————— Answer by Black CatI do not believe that they are strong enough to do that, but interesting theory. —————————————— What do you think? Answer below!
about 1 month ago - 1 comment
Question by Vincent Q: how many watts do you get from 1 solar panel in full sun light? i realy want to put solar panels on my home but im curious how many watts i can get per panel. —————————————— Answer by aviophageSolar panels come in all sizes and wattage ratings. Try an world wide
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Question by Sara M: if u use energy saving bulbs how much would u save a month on your light bill? give me an exsample what you would be saving? —————————————— Answer by Kay HThe only good example that i can give you is that when i changed to energy saver bulbs, my light bill
about 2 months ago - 3 comments
Question by maddayyy(:: What are the pros and cons of energy saving light bulbs? I need mostly cons for my school project, but a few pros would be good too —————————————— Answer by .:kid:.cons: less light costs more(i dunno if i does than more money and paper used) Answer by Laura Mpros: they save energy
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about 1 year ago
Review by Ktowntn Chicago for Sylvania 72422 LED Undercabinet Light with Motion Sensor Function, 3 Pack, Black
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These are not bad for a spot type light. The brightness is comparable to luxeon led flashlight. The light color is bright white, not amber, not soft white. The light is bright enough to cause serious damage to your eyes if you look directly into the lit light. Since it is a spotlight your would have to try to look “dead-on” into the light beam for this to happen. These are designed as under cabinet or over countertop use. So, these should be safe as designed.
Now for some little things. These lights get warm during use. I measured the upper surface (mounting) temperature of several lights while operating on BRIGHT. The room temperature was 75 degrees fahrenheit and humidity at 45%. The surface temperature of the lights peaked at 113 degrees fahrenheit in just under 5 minutes. Temperature decreased thereafter and remained constant at about 100 degrees. I continued to monitor temps for 5 more minutes. Temperature did not increase in that time. I believe these lights are safe as designed. No further temps were taken, i felt reasonably satisfied the lights are NOT a fire hazard.
Lights have 3 states, (OFF, ON-Bright, ON-Dim). Lights are switched between these states by passing your hand within 3 to 4 inches across the red windowed sensor next to the light lens. My lights will not switch at any distance greater than 4 inches. This is a good thing. I do not want the light switching on as I reach for a paper towel. Lights auto shut off after 1 hour if you should forget to switch them off manually.
I have no idea how long batteries last. I am not up to wasting batteries for that test. Each light comes with 3 alkaline batteries already installed. Your have to open each light before first use to remove a small strip of insulator paper blocking the contact on one of the batteries. Then reclose the light for use.
Each light has aproximately a quarter-sized magnetic disc with a gel adhesive applied. You remove the paper backing from the adhesive side and stick it on your intended mounting surface. Press the disc for about 10 seconds to ensure a good stick. Wait about 5 minutes more for the adhesive to fully set before putting the light on the disc. The magnet holds the light really well. The adhesive has held well to the bottom of my wood cabinets. The bottom of my cabinets are not even sanded very smooth, yet they are holding well.
I think these are a good buy at this price. I paid twentynine bucks per pack of 3 lights at Sams.
DISCLAIMER: i am not an engineer. i am not a genius, just a regular person trying to get a decent product. i am not above telling others what i know about a product. I am not paid or compensated in anyway by anyone to endorse any product or bash any product.
about 1 year ago
Review by BeachBunny for Sylvania 72422 LED Undercabinet Light with Motion Sensor Function, 3 Pack, Black
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I bought these locally from a wholesale club, but so far so good. First, they’re BRIGHT! I can’t emphasize this enough. I’ve seen all sorts of tap-lights and even used some of the newer LED lights. They were all toys compared to this light! There’s a warning on the back of the lights not to look directly into them and they’re not kidding.
I agree with the previous reviewer’s complaint that they produce a very small spotlight beam. BUT, this is very easily fixed. When you take the cover off to change batteries, look at the lens holder. There will be a slot on one side. Just insert a screwdriver into the slot and the entire lens/optic pop right out. In doing so you now have a light which puts out a perfect smooth flood of light. In this configuration it puts out a very similar light level and pattern (albeit much cooler white) as the traditional halogen hockey puck lights. I don’t know why Sylvania put the optic in to begin with. This is how they should have shipped.
about 1 year ago
Review by Buffalogal for Sylvania 72422 LED Undercabinet Light with Motion Sensor Function, 3 Pack, Black
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I have one of these on my nightstand, and gave one to my elderly mother for hers. A simple wave of the hand turns the light on, and it casts light directly upward, onto the ceiling. It never wakes my husband, but provides me plenty of light to get in and out of the room safely. Plus, if the power goes out, I could always use it like a flashlight to move around the house, if I had to. This light would work well under a cabinet, inside a cabinet, inside a closet, or even in a car. It wasn’t intended for bedside use, but there’s no reason not to use it that way, and it’s a softer light than turning a lamp on. It also might be good for a child’s room, but if you’re using it that way, the child should be old enough to understand that they must not look directly at the light. Or perhaps it could be placed under a desk or table so that it wouldn’t be an issue.
about 1 year ago
Review by Douglas C. Meeks for Sylvania 72422 LED Undercabinet Light with Motion Sensor Function, 3 Pack, Black
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I have had a set of these lights for about 2 years and can say they are great, no big deals, they work , they turn off and on just like it says. OK, the little stuff:
I had to mount mine under some wood cabinets and since it is a big metal coin like disk they adhere to this would be great on a smooth flat surface but on wood I had to add some Elmer’s Glue to make it stay put. Not a big deal a knife and sandpaper will make it all disappear if I ever care to remove it (without the light its almost invisible anyway)
In a real emergency I wish it had a “stay-on” position but each hour you will have to turn it back on, saves batteries but in a power outage it is a minor pain.
Thats about it, they are BRIGHT (do not look directly into them, not safe) and the batteries last about 1 year give or take a month depending on use. That is with the no0-name batteries that come with it, I put some Ray-O-Vac alkaline batteries in them and sorry it is still running great so you get what you pay for in batteries.
Great for the use, I like the “wave your hand” idea to turn them on -off-dim, it is just a nice little thing if your hands are wet/greasy/dirty you do not have to touch them.
Almost forgot I just ordered 11 more sets for me and a couple for relatives so you can be sure I am pleased.
about 1 year ago
Review by Doc H for Sylvania 72422 LED Undercabinet Light with Motion Sensor Function, 3 Pack, Black
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As noted by others, probably the best of the genre. VERY bright; could use a diffuser and definitely doesn’t need a “dim” setting (hence no “5″ Star), but otherwise well designed and constructed. Has a metal case so is very sturdy, and the magnet attachment is a much better idea than velcro. One of our magnets didn’t stick very well and had to be superglued, but others worked as advertised. Switch requires a little practice, and as stated, should be “wave on, wave off” without the needless intermediate “dim” setting, but overall recommended.