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Socket and Switch Sizes - Single 88mm x 88mm, Twin 148mm x 88mm
Please note ‐ These sockets and switches are individually handcrafted including the finish which means the expected delivery time is 20 to 30 working days. This can be subject to change and is not guaranteed.
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The superior quality Waxed Copper range is crafted by hand in our UK factory and has been designed in line with Rustic styling methods that would suit most traditional interiors and Barn Conversions.
A stylish Beeswaxed Finish allows the natural patina of the hand forged plate to show through and gives these waxed accessories a unique look ideal for old style interiors finished to a modern standard.
We have supplied these switches to the finest Farm Houses and Country Cottages in England as well as Barn Conversions and period properties all over the UK. They have even been supplied to adorn contemporary Loft Apartments on the Old Canary Wharfe development on the Thames.
This range includes the highest quality electrical switches on the market today, made by Wandsworth these switches come with a 25 year guarantee against mechanical and electrical failure to give you the confidence that these switches will last the test of time.
If you need Rustic Splendour, the Waxed Copper range of Electrical Accessories is the range for you.
As you will see from the list below we offer a comprehensive range, however should you require an item not listed below please give our sales team a call on 0845 8123838 and we will check availability.
What is a Dimmer and Light Switch Combination?
Light Switches and Dimmer Switches are generally available to switch 1 way and/or 2 way circuits. All of our Light Switches and Dimmers are 2 way versions and the beauty of this is that they can be used on both 1 way and 2 way circuits thus eliminating the need to buy both types. A 2 way circuit refers to a lighting point that can be switched from 2 different places i.e. Hall and Landing, where you might have a switch at the bottom of the stairs and a further switch at the top of the stairs that both control the same lighting point.
If you should have more than 2 switching positions you will require one of the switches to be an intermediate switch.
Our intelligent Dimmer range takes some of the mystery out of choosing the correct dimmer. These leading edge intelligent dimmers will adapt to the type of load put through them. This means that they will operate standard incandescent lamps as well as mains halogen lamps and low voltage halogen lamps. If you require LED lamps to be dimmed please refer to our LED Dimmer section below– these can be supplied in combination with Light Switches by request.
Our light switches and dimmer combinations are available from a double switch (Two Gang) up to 3 switches (Three Gang). The word “gang” refers to the rocker switch or dimmer– for example if you require a triple light switch it would be 3 Gang.
Larger versions of this combination range are available by request.
Our light switches have a load rating of either 10amp or 20amp and the terminals will accept up to 3 x 1.5mm Twin & Earth Cables on both the switches and the dimmers.
Our Dimmer Switches are rated by wattage. They are commonly available in 250w, 400w, 600w and 1000w modules. It is important to note that they also have a minimum load requirement of 25w, 40w, 100w and 150w respectively.
Led Dimmers
Our LED Dimmers are specifically designed to operate on ALL types of DIMMABLE LED lamps and strips. These trailing edge dimmers can be easily set to run on leading edge mode by following the instructions provided with this product. This versatility means that these LED dimmers can almost dim anything from ordinary incandescent light bulbs through to halogen bulbs as well as LED.
Non-dimmable LED lamps cannot be dimmed. Should you fit a dimmer to non-dimmable LED’s then damage to the dimmer, lamps or both will occur.
Mains voltage dimmable LED light bulbs can be dimmed using an ordinary resistive dimmer. LED lamps are an attractive proposition as they consume very low wattages and are very energy efficient. This can cause problems when choosing the correct dimmer.
If you have a few LED lamps to dim, then the total wattage will not be enough to load the dimmer. For example, four 5w LED lamps in a small room will only total 20w whilst the minimum load on a 250w dimmer is 25w. This means that the dimmer will simply not work. In these circumstances a low load dimmer rated at 5 – 50w would be required.
Under normal circumstances, so long as the minimum load is exceeded, dimming mains voltage LED lamps is not an issue so long as the minimum load is observed.
Never mix lighting types through the same dimmer on the same circuit. For example if you have 3 halogen bulbs and 3 LED bulbs fitted in the same room on the same switch you cannot replace that switch with a dimmer unless you remove either the halogen lamps or the LEDs. If you were to fit a dimmer in these circumstances then damage to the dimmer, lamps or both will occur.
On special request we can make up combined dimmers that incorporate LED dimmers and intelligent dimmers on the same plate if required.
We recommend 25mm deep wall boxes for mounting our Dimmer and Light Switch Combinations or 35mm deep wall boxes for shallow or flat plate versions.
If you require any advice or assistance please call our sales team on 01926 289 289.
Wiring Diagrams
See the wiring diagrams for One Way Light Switches and Two Way Light Switches.
Customer Reviews For Burnished Flat Waxed Copper Dimmer and Light Switch Combination
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Waxed Copper Fab Looking
09 June 2020 by Jules McDonald, Bristol Dock - Verified Customer
Had waxed copper dolly type switches and they look fab.A bit out of the ordinary and although they are old looking I fitted them in my very modern apartment.
Most Unusual Finish
22 May 2020 by Brian Barwell, Bethesda - Verified Customer
Like them very much a most unusual finish but very well made
Brilliant Find
14 May 2020 by Juliet Smith, Derby - Verified Customer
Nice oily look which was just what I was after. I have a modern property and these switches go so well even though they look old style. I also bought some sockets with steel on/off switches to go with these and they also look the part. Brilliant find (both the company and the items).
Burnished Pewter Sockets Just Great
16 April 2020 by Lydia Joseph, Brompton - Verified Customer
great look achieved by fitting the pewter sockets. Very pleased with the end result overall and these sockets just topped it all off
Burnished Pewter Switches
23 January 2020 by Kate Jones, Harbury - Verified Customer
Fantastic - What a find - Love them!
All Rinky-Dinky
29 October 2019 by Roberta Myski, London - Verified Customer
Couldnt be happier. My new kitchen is now all finished and the socket fronts look brill.
Burnished Flat Pewter
29 October 2019 by Rebecca Eve Brocklebank, Bristol - Verified Customer
We had our new kitchen fitted with all the sockets being of the Burnished Flat Pewter Range supplied by this company. We used delicate surface frogtape to cover them whilst painting and when we took the frogtape off it took all the finish off the switches to create a mottled effect - they were wrecked. The company fobbed us off saying it was moisture damage. The items are not fit for purpose. Do not buy! First, please use the plastic gaskets supplied to protect the metal socket or switch from the moisture on freshly plastered or decorated walls. This prevents the possibility of the moisture affecting the plate if fitted correctly. In all metal sockets and switches we supply, this gasket comes as standard in the box. Plastic sockets and switches being water resistant do not need the gasket. Please do not apply tape of any kind to the front of any sockets and switches (metal and plastic) as this can have an effect on the finish, marking the item. Normal decorating practice is to loosen the plate away from the way taking any precautions necessary, for example switching off the electricity, so you can paint behind the socket or switch, preferably leaving the paint to dry before tightening up the screws again. Still use the gasket as there can be residual moisture. This method also leaves a better finish.
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We welcome and thank you for your feedback as it gives us an opportunity to resolve issues.
When we spoke on the phone we were trying to understand the issue and what had happened to your switches and sockets as it was not clear on the initial explanation, the photo we requested to find out more was not clear and based on this incomplete information, we made the suggestion of potential watermarking on the metal plate due to the moisture in the plaster and the paint due to the supplied plastic gaskets not being fitted. The gaskets form a moisture barrier which sit between the wall / plaster / paint and the metal front plate.
Then, after speaking to your decorator we understood more of what had happened. The normal practice of removing the wall plates completely when decorating had not been done, neither had you simply loosened the screws to slightly pull the socket or switch plate off the wall to paint behind them but instead the plates were taped over with Frog-Tape. We believe that when this tape was torn off you have pulled the protective lacquer layer off the plate which has resulted in the mottled effect you refer to. The lacquer layer is designed to resist pushing, rubbing and knocks into the plate and is not bonded to resist pulling forces as this does not happen in normal use; therefore we cannot say with certainty what the outcome will be when the protective lacquer is pulled away from the rest of the plate.
As it says on the Frog-Tape instructions (we have used it before) and their website "In all cases please test on an inconspicuous area first." even on the delicate tape version.
As we were not completely sure on the exact cause, we asked for you to return one plate so we could confirm which was correct and then discuss a course of action. However Rebecca decided to leave a bad and inaccurate review on something we had not even had a chance to confirm, before ordering even more sockets straight away from us - this despite stating "The items are not fit for purpose. Do not buy!".
Apart from Rebecca's issue there are two important things to note for all metal socket and switch owners when it comes to decorating
Stunning
09 June 2019 by Stella Jones, Coventry - Verified Customer
Burnished Copper. These are quality items and the finish is so different. Stunning!
Wow So Good
16 May 2019 by Johal, Barking - Verified Customer
Wow Burnished Copper - what a unique look. Very highest quality.
Excellent
01 May 2019 by Jane Giggs, Banbury - Verified Customer
Couldn't find these anywhere - I'm so pleased as these look excellent. I'm in the process of ordering another lot for my next project.
Deliciously Different.
22 February 2019 by Olivia Scope Interior Design, Camden Town - Verified Customer
These really finished my rooms off perfectly. Deliciously different and just what I was searching for.
Dimmer and Light Switche Combinations are available in the following styles -
Art Deco , Art Deco Screwless , Burnished Flat , Executive , Executive Square , Farrow & Ball Colour Match , Georgian Premier , Grandura , Hand Forged , Heritage Flat , Jacobean Dark Oak , Jacobean Light Oak , Jacobean Medium Oak , Natural Elements , Seamless , Seamless Colour Match , Seamless Square & Ultra Square
