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Can ENERGY STAR qualified bulbs be used with a dimmer switch?

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Can ENERGY STAR qualified bulbs be used with a dimmer switch?

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Yes. Only certain CFL bulbs are made to work on dimmers. The packaging information identifies whether the CFL is for use in a dimmable fixture. Dimming a CFL that is not designed to work with a dimmer switch shortens its life significantly.

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