A light switch is the simplest of electrical devices. Flip the switch, electricity flows. Flip it again, electricity stops.

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There are as many varieties of smart light switches (and dimmers) as there are light bulbs, and while the prospect of upgrading your old dumb switch might seem daunting, they’re usually pretty simple ...

And don’t worry – installing a smart light switch doesn’t necessarily require a phone call to your electrician. In our opinion, you can do it yourself if you ...

In this video, I’ll show you how to wire up a light switch, whether it’s got 3 wires, 4 wires, or you’re adding a switch to a new construction. I’ll also cover wiring a light switch and outlet combo, ...

We may earn a commission from links on this page. If you have a room with no overhead light fixture, or one in which the main light switch isn’t convenient, you can solve your problem by adding a ...

Posts from this topic will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. Smart lighting is the most important innovation in lighting since the invention of the lightbulb. It adds so much ...

Electricity is a precious resource which is responsible for powering commercial and household electrical appliances and facilities. It’s safe to say that air, water and electrical energy are key ...

Hey folks! First time GZ user here, but this looks like a great community to collaborate with on home projects. My project at the moment is to replace all my old light switches with fancy new smart ...