Fluorescent lighting is the old standard for unobtrusive, relatively efficient lighting. The old standard fluorescent T8 light still appears in a variety of locations in many sectors of the American economy, from healthcare and corporate settings to retail and educational environments. Fluorescents became the gold standard several decades ago, prized for their economical operation and reliable illumination.

Unfortunately for lovers of that incessant low-level buzzing sound and irregular flickering, fluorescents are starting to become relics of a bygone age. Now being regularly replaced by improved technology in the T8 LED lights, fluorescents miss the mark for a number of reasons. If you're still purchasing fluorescent lamps, you should consider these five reasons why you should replace your outdated lighting tubes with T8 LED tube lights.

1. No More Annoying Flickering:
   The almost imperceptible buzzing noise emitted by some fluorescents can make the workplace look like a scene from "The Shining" if employees find it distracting. Fluorescents may even trigger migraine is some workers. LEDs make no noise and don't flicker, making them a far more pleasant light source for headache suffers and anyone with sensitivity to flickering.
   
   
2. Durability:
   Unlike outdated fluorescent bulbs, LEDs don't require inert gas or filaments to operate. The LED is composed of a solid semiconductor material with a longer lifespan than fluorescent or incandescent lights. No more inconvenient constant replacement of fluorescent overhead bulbs; an T8 LED lite has an impressively long lifespan. In addition, LEDs are less fragile than other options because they are not made of glass. Less risk of broken glass during replacement means a safer workspace for maintenance staff and other employees alike.
   
   
3. Versatility:
   LED tubes can be used to light a variety of spaces, both indoors and out. They also come in a variety of vibrant colors, a major advantage over uniformly blue-white fluorescents.
   
   
4. Environmental Responsibility:
   In addition to their long life and energy efficiency, LEDs do not contain any toxic chemicals or heavy metals such as mercury, present in small quantities in fluorescent bulbs. An T8 LED tube light consumes far less power than a fluorescent tube, saving energy and money for your company.
   
   
5. Long Term Savings: While your new ultra T8 LED tube light may be more expensive upon initial purchase, it offers major savings over the life of the lamp. Obliterating the previously considered "long life" fluorescent's 10,000 hour lifespan, LEDs last up to six times as long, saving you money with major ROI and decreased energy costs over the life of a lamp.

When making your next lighting purchase, consider upgrading to ultra T8 LED lite. In addition to significant savings over the life of your LED purchase, this energy-efficient, environmentally friendly led lighting creates a safer, more pleasant environment in a variety of indoor and outdoor settings.