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jeanf1
Dec 4, 2015, 02:10 PM
What wattage bulb should you use in a covered fixture light?

stanfortyman
Dec 4, 2015, 02:20 PM
No more than whatever the label says is maximum.

Considering there are probably a few thousand "covered light fixtures", that's the best I can do.

ma0641
Dec 4, 2015, 02:31 PM
The max is labeled on the light. Remove the cover, it should tell you. If you go with CFL or LED use the "equivalent" rating.