Before touching the original light switch, turn off the power at your fuse box. Test the light switch afterward to make sure the electricity is off. Unscrew the switch plate and save it if you are ...

For any number of reasons, you may find that you want to (or have to) change a light switch somewhere in the home. And while this may seem like a project that”s too challenging for the average ...

When we talked to designers and havers of great taste for our story on 31 Low-Lift Home Improvements for Under $100, Barbara Schmidt, creative director of Studio Bstyle, was a big proponent of the ...

When operating a standard light switch, your choices are limited to turning the lights on or off. However, a light dimmer provides more versatility. Depending on the type of dimmer you choose, you can ...

Q: During a recent dinner date at my house, I thought about how romantic it would be if I could dim the lights. My light switch doesn’t have this feature and I would like to replace it with one that ...

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A knob- or toggle-controlled dimmer switch allows you to vary the brightness of a light fixture and control the mood of a room. Most wall dimmer switches are for use with ceiling fixtures that take ...

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 ...

FOX 26's Tom Zizka explains how to perform some simple electrical projects and when you should contact a professional. Yahoo Sports ...

Q: During a recent dinner date at my house, I thought about how romantic it would be if I could dim the lights. My light switch doesn’t have this feature and I would like to replace it with one that ...