Originally Posted by
wmodavis
+1 for the long tube florescents ( I use 8' tubes) as they will reduce shadows, are not that expensive, relatively energy efficient, produce less heat for the amount of light (i.e. more efficient - or did I already say that?), and therefore easier on your eyes and pocketbook.
Bill
Agreed. I use the 8' 2-tube ones from HD that have a reflector - important since the shop ceiling is unfinished - hung with chains.
HD also sells clear plastic protector tubes that slip over the light tube. I've whacked the tubes pretty hard (mostly with 2x4s) and have yet to break one.
