Can I use CFLs in an enclosed glass dome chandelier?
I have an office chandelier that stays on for about 15 hours a day. It has 6 bulbs that are covered with small glass domes. I’ve heard that CFLs are not meant to be used in enclosed fixtures. What risk am I running using them in enclosed fixtures?
Gideeup
on November 30th, -0001
they may or may not over heat and fail prematurely. they don’t recommend this, but it can be done. there should be no problem. i know someone who has small ones installed in a ceiling fan without any problems for over 1 year. PS: i would go with a major name and not a lesser know name for quality control purposes….probably made better, and will most likely last longer….i had a cheaper cfl fail after 1 week.