I’m sure everyone has broken a light bulb before, but have you ever broken one of those new energy-saving bulbs?

Whether you’re trying to save money or the environment, energy-saving light bulbs need a little extra attention when it come to clean up.

Since these bulbs contain mercury you should follow a few simple guidlines:

1. Don’t vacuum the debris. Vacuuming can release toxic dust into the air.

2. Leave the room for 15 minutes.

3. Wearing gloves, place fragments into a plastic bag, seal it, and take it to a recycling center.