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 ...

Green Lights Initiative spreads awareness on how to properly dispose of the most common types of light bulbs. In today’s environmentally conscious world, most people are used to recycling glass ...

WILLMAR -- Wal-Mart stores across the state will be housing receptacles Saturday for the community to safely dispose of their burnt-out fluorescent light bulbs and fluorescent lamps for free. Each ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...