In today’s environmentally conscious world, most people are used to recycling glass bottles, aluminum cans, or newspapers regularly. The light bulb, though, is one item that still eludes us when it ...

Answer Man: I understand the new light bulbs contain mercury and should be disposed of properly. How do we dispose of them? If one breaks, do we clean it up? I broke one and used a vacuum to clean it ...

A It has been a chore trying to find a place to dispose of compact fluorescent lights. But it's getting easier as more places are accepting them, sometimes free of charge. And collection boxes may ...

A: The answer to your question, T.T., is going to depend on which types of old light bulbs you have. If you are referring to traditional incandescent bulbs, then these are safe for disposal in the ...

With sales of compact fluorescent light bulbs now described as brisk across King County, what's to be done with these mercury-burdened lamps once they burn out? The answer is complicated and can be ...

Q. The price of compact fluorescent bulbs has come down and I am ready to try them. Do they really save as much as is advertised? Which ones provide the best light quality and how do I dispose of old ...

While emptying closets and the garage during a spring cleaning or when prepping for a summer garage sale, you’ve probably encountered items that you’re unsure about. Can you toss batteries in the ...

Q We are being urged to use more-efficient fluorescent bulbs. How does one dispose of these? The notice on the package states: "Manage in accord with disposal laws." I heard a long time ago that the ...

Q: I read somewhere that the new fluorescent bulbs that are supposed to replace our iridescent light bulbs contain mercury and should NOT be disposed of in the regular trash. Is this the case? If so, ...