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How bright a bulb can I use?

Asked by Strauss (23635points) November 9th, 2015

I’m installing a lighting fixture in my basement. The fixture contains two sockets, and each is rated at 60 watts max. An LED light that gives the same light output (800 lumens) uses only 9 watts, and an equivalent CFL uses13 watts. Does that mean I should be able to use brighter bulbs (more lumens) if I use LED or CFL lights?

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