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NeilBlanchard · 11-24-2008, 02:04 PM

Hi,

Ah yes, dimmers -- there are dimmable CFL's though they cost a bit more. If you have a dimmer in the circuit, then you must use a dimmable bulb; even if you leave it on full.

There are also 2-way and 3-way CFL's, I believe; that are for use in these types of fixtures.

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