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How To Wire a 3-Way Light Switch

Stop walking across a dark room to turn on the light. Install a 3-way switch and control lights from two locations.
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 ...
Most DIYers shy away from doing electrical work for fear of getting shocked or causing a fire. And that’s certainly understandable; electricity is not to be trifled with. However, there are many ...
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We may earn a commission from links on this page. If you have a light that you would like to control without fumbling for a pull string in the dark, or if you have a lamp plugged into an outlet that ...
Although newer homes have wall switches for most overhead lighting, fixtures in older houses may be controlled by pull chains from the light. Trying to find that pull chain in the dark can be ...
If you have a light switch that controls an outlet or a fan you prefer to stay on, you know how frustrating it can be keeping that switch from getting flipped. This DIY light switch guard will save ...
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 ...