We show the single switch but there are also three-way dimmers, CFL and LED dimmer switches. The post How to Install a Dimmer Switch appeared first on Family Handyman.

You can even get three-way dimmer switches that allow you to operate a light from two different switches. Be aware that dimmer switches can only handle a specific amount of light load.

thanks for the help everyone. moving to simply replacing the existing dimmer with a new dimmer and the other switch with a 3-way worked fine.<BR><BR>one more question, our front room has a switch ...

Lutron says the “ Claro smart accessory switch gives homeowners and lighting professionals another option for adding wired, 3-way or multi-location control in up to 10 additional locations.” ...