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Mercury in CFLs

kristen

A lot of people are worried about mercury in compact flourescent bulbs (CFLs). Rest assured that the amount in one bulb isn't enough to call out the Hazmat team if it breaks...but you should dispose of it properly!

Follow the EPA guidelines here:

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Shared by kristen on 4/7/08