I fitted 'posh' florries as under cupboard worktop lights. Philips 32, as the best match to halogen. Osram electronic dimming ballasts. So not the cheapest option.
Date of my drawing, 2002. They are left on as the 'someone is in' lights when out. As well as most evenings when in and its dark. As well as any time the kitchen is actually used.
Never been repaired and still working fine.