dimmer switch

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    how to use a 3 position retractive light switch as a dimmer

    I'd like to install a dimmer switch to control my lighting. I know you can get rotary dimmers like these: http://goo.gl/kuPhwq, which are the usual way to install this. Instead, I would like to use a 3 way retractive switch for dimming. I've seen 3 position retractive switch modules from...
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    Converting two three-way switches to a single dimmer

    I recently replaced my kitchen lights to dimmable LEDs. Right now there are two 1 gang 3-way switches, so I can control the same lights from two switches. I wanted to replace one of the switches with a dimmer, so I bought a dimmer switch and turns out it's only two-way. Both switches look like...
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    LED lights flashing when off, then dimmer module burnt...

    Hi all, After this forum has been very useful over the years, I now have an issue that I can't find a resolution to despite searching... We have LED lighting fitted in our bedroom (GU10 style downlighters) which is operated by either a simple 2-way switch or by a dimmer switch. Recently, (in...
  4. Aidymcg

    Double dimmer switch

    I am trying to wire a double dimmer and have no clue as to where the wires go, can the forum please help. I have tried to make the solution as simple as possible. can some pair up the numbers from old switch to new switch please, see images, also where do I run the loop to on the new switch...
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    Can't fit dimmer switch as screw holes in metal box obstructing

    I bought a dimmer switch. When I tried to put it in, it would not go in, as the screw holes at the TOP and BOTTOM are obstructing it. I noticed my metal box has screw holes on all 4 sides. Even new ones from B&Q were the same. Do people bend back the unwanted screw holes? I tried to do it on...
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