Summary: Different types of dimmer: Learn how to install and wire a dimmer switch.
Dimmer switches provide a relatively inexpensive and uncomplicated way to vary the intensity of light in a room. There are three types of ‘dimmer' for light fittings: touch dimmers, switch dimmers and remote dimmers. Although these types of dimmer switches can be fitted to low voltage halogen lights, they are not suitable for use with fluorescent lights.
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