Vacuum Cleaners Discussions

Hi,

An invention that has impressed me much -- and saved me some money too -- is the compact flourescent bulb.  I'm crazy about them and I use them everywhere in my place. However, I was not aware that they contain mercury which is considered hazardous.  Attached is a link to an article that strongly advises not using your vacuum to suck the debris should one of these bulbs break.  It claims you may well disperse mercury into the air in your home environment. 

http://www.unionleader.com/article.aspx?articleId=4485da62-050d-4d02-96e2-331e8a58e596&headline=New+rule+for+new+light+bulbs

Instructions for careful clean-up are included in the article.

Here's to your good health,

Venson

And of course when the incandescent finally goes by the wayside, I hope the bayonet-style appliance bulb doesn't go with it...

Hello Venson, et al:

Here in Las Vegas, the local utility had a Super Bowl commercial for the CFL bulb.  Quick and well done.  Nevada Power put an image of the CFL bulb on the screen and a voice over said:  Call or write for more information on saving energy and money.

Carmine D.