Advice for Cleaning Up After Breaking a CFL Bulb

Broken CFLs are a big issue when it comes to purchasing these bulbs, so I wanted to lay down some tips on how to properly clean a broken CFL bulb:

• Leave the room and ventilate for 15 minutes or more
• While wearing rubber gloves, scoop up glass shards and debris from the bulb with a stiff piece of cardboard
• Avoid creating or inhaling dust from the broken bulb
• Don't use a vacuum or broom to clean up after a broken bulb on hard surfaces
• Place the remains in a plastic bag
• Wipe up the immediate area with a damp paper towel put it in the bag as well and seal it
• If you need to use a vacuum on carpet, place the filter bag in a plastic bag as well
• Wash your hands after finishing the clean up

CFL Cleanup kits are also available for purchase to help you clean up those broken bulbs. The picture header is an example of how a kit would look like.

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