Fluorescent Lighting

[Jacobsenmd]

I understand that fluorescent lighting is best for general lighting in garage workshops. But, in winter they take a long time to light up and flicker. Also, how do you dispose of them safely?

 

[Rusty Bumper]

I have purchased 4' florescent lights from Menards designed for colder weather at a cost of only a couple of dollars extra. They worked great. Otherwise the regular ones are just dimmer until the lights/shop heat up.

Your local city or county municipalty should provide a disposal for the bulb. Usually at a minimal cost, sometimes for free. Menards takes the little twist in bulbs for free. You could start by asking your electric provider.
Rusty

 

[DeadSock]

Electronic ballasts are not what you might have experienced with older t12 fixtures.
Disposal is typically just a trip to a recycling center.

 

[sideways]

Is there anything wrong with T12's .... even if they're older?

 

[waltmcq]

I put 4 six bulb 4' T5s in my shop. They come on pretty much instantly. I don't notice any noise or flickering.