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<p>I can’t answer for NYMom, but I can tell the difference in light quality very easily. We just bought a house, and I went around pointing to the various ceiling fixtures and telling H which ones he needed to change the bulbs in, before even seeing what the bulbs were. When he opened them up, they were all fluorescent. I have sensitive eyes. :)</p>
<p>We use fluorescents in places where I don’t care - unfinished basement, attic, garage, etc. Everywhere else they’re going to pry incandescents from my cold, dead hands (although I’ll be happy to use LEDs when the price comes down).</p>
<p>Also I second LampsPlus, as well as LightingDirect.com. Very fast service, free shipping, and no hassles about returns.</p>