Originally Posted by Peckish
I use full-spectrum, "natural light" CFLs available anywhere. I don't notice any difference between my lamp and my friend's Ott - except for the cost, of course.
I agree. I have both, and there doesn't seem to be any difference. I bought a "daylight" floor lamp at Menards on Black Friday for $9.99 and have used it for years without needing to replace the bulb. It has a goose neck so I can bend it to highlight my machine, or my cutting board. You can buy the replacement lights for less (