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How to decide the two way and three way switch locations for two storey home?

Samara1
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How to decide the two way and three way switch locations for two storey home?

how to decide the two way and three way switch locations for two storey home

JacobZ
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Re: how to decide the two way and three way switch locations for two storey home

Hi @Samara1,

 

Thank you for your question.

 

To decide on the locations for two-way and three-way switches in a two-story home, consider convenience and layout:

 

Two-Way Switch Locations

  • Bedrooms: Near the entrance.
  • Bathrooms: Near the door.
  • Closets: Inside or just outside.
  • Outdoor Areas: Near front and back doors.

Three-Way Switch Locations

  • Staircases: Bottom and top of stairs.
  • Hallways: Both ends of long hallways.
  • Large Rooms with Multiple Entrances: Near each entrance (e.g., living room, kitchen).

Specific Examples

  • Entrance and Stairs: Three-way switches at the front door and bottom of stairs, and at both ends of the stairs.
  • Master Bedroom: Three-way switches at the entrance and bedside.
  • Upstairs Hallway: Three-way switches at each end.
  • Garage and Home Entrance: Three-way switches at the garage entry and inside the house.

Tips

  • Plan Ahead: Consider daily routines.
  • Accessibility: Ensure comfortable height and location.
  • Future Proofing: Think about potential layout changes.

 

Let me know if you have any further questions.

 

Jacob

 

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