Good Questions: Non Killer Fluorescent Bulbs?

Hello AT,

Can you recommend a compact fluorescent light bulb that doesn't make me want to kill myself? OK, maybe that's a bit extreme, but the light emanating from this bulb sure is harsh! We put a fluorescent light bulb in the ceiling fixture in my one-year-old's bedroom & its the ugliest light I've ever seen. I like that they use less energy & last longer, so if there are energy-efficient alternatives, I'd love to hear about them.

Thanks! Sarah

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I have 4 florescent bulbs, 2 yellowish and one white. When the plastic cover is over, one can hardly see the difference.

But and this is a problem I have, how to replace the plastic covers. The lights are framed and the only way I know of replacing them is to install one cover, and then add the second cover on top of the first. The second cover can then be slided pass the first one. This is NOT by all means easy, and the covers are heavy and tend to fall if they are not placed properly.

Which is the safest and easiest way to do it? Is there some pictures on how to do it?
The electrical system, including the bulbs is OK and does not require any work.
This is a project for Monday. I can't stand the light without covers.
Sorry, I wanted to post a new message, but I do not know how to.

I just went to Home Depot and tried to do my duty for the environment. I bought a dozen N:Vision Soft White light bulbs, which are equal to my 60 watts GE Soft White Reveals I normally use, but the lighting is scary...it's not as warm and cozy as my reveals, the light is yellowish but it gives a "cool" tone. I want to do the right thing, but want the same warm glow. Any ideas on what I should be using to get the same affect.