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Cons

Data showed that some CFLs dimmed over a short period of time.

CFLs contain about 4 to 5 mg of toxic mercury, which can be harmful to humans and the environment if bulbs are not disposed of properly.

Depending on the type of bulb, CFLs require a warm-up period between one minute to three minutes before they achieve full brightness.