Do energy saving light bulbs get hot?

CFL Light Bulbs give out far less heat than normal incandescent bulbs, making them safer for use in unattended security or night light applications. This also makes them ideal for use with lampshades made of delicate materials that can be damaged by heat.

All lamps do however give off some heat and should not be used in a totally enclosed light fitting unless there is some way for the heat to escape.