Dimmers, Timers, and Smart Control Lighting
Lighting has a practical and aesthetic application in every home. It lights our homes at night and creates an atmosphere of security. The evolution in design and technology has allowed us to automate our lights or control them remotely through a smartphone or remote, eliminating the need for traditional switches. Smart lighting offers an efficient way to manage our home lighting and maximize energy savings.
Smart lighting controls are connected via a wireless network and let you manage and monitor the home lighting in real-time. It also helps you automate the light schedule based on your lifestyle. The most common types of lighting controls are:
Dimmers
Installing smart dimmers help you save electricity. They allow you to adjust the amount of voltage running through the switch circuit according to the appropriate task. For example, while reading or doing some detailed work, you can adjust the light to its brightest, but if you want to relax or need a romantic setting, you will need a lower light output. Dimming light bulbs reduce the wattage and output, helping save energy. Dimmer switches can be paired with different types of bulbs, including LED, halogen, incandescent, and CFL. Choose the type of bulb carefully as the amount of energy they consume varies significantly. Dimmer switches are inexpensive and easy to install. You can find a wide variety of switches, ranging from those that can be controlled remotely to the ones that automatically adjust the light levels throughout the day.
Timers
They are used to turn indoor and outdoor lights on and off at specific times of your home’s electrical system. They offer a versatile and convenient way to control all your lights and circuits, including hot tubs and pools to Christmas lights. They are a great way to increase home security, safety, and convenience. They are mostly used to turn off lights or devices left on by accident or to turn on lights at predetermined times. They offer an efficient security component as you can turn on and off the lights remotely when you are away from home for a few days to keep potential burglars off your property.
Energy-efficient timers
Timers can be used to control table and floor lamps, water heaters, small appliances, and outdoor security lights. Choose timer switches designed for outdoors for controlling outdoor lights as indoor ones won’t stand rain and snow. Timers work well with LED and CFL bulbs. Different types of timers include mechanical timers (analog/manual), digital timers (smart and programmable), photocells, astronomical timers, and different timers for different applications like pool/spa, aquarium, water heater, and sprinkler/irrigation.
Sensor controls
Motion sensors light switches automatically turn on when they detect motion and turn off in places where no activity is detected. They are handy for outdoor security. Some of the best places to install motion detectors include closets, bathrooms, garages, hallways, outside lights, basement, children’s room, and entryways. They won’t be as instrumental in high-traffic areas like the kitchen and living room. Photosensors are useful for outdoor lighting as they prevent them from operating during daylight hours.
Smart control lighting devices help you control electricity use, improve the quality of life and home security. They help you save energy and create a perfect ambiance for any occasion.
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