Collection: Light Switches

A light switch is an essential electrical component that opens or closes a circuit to control the flow of power to a light fixture. But at Bees Lighting, we know a switch is more than just a utility; it's the primary point of contact you have with your home's lighting system. It's a detail that adds to the design, provides a sense of quality with every touch, and ensures unwavering reliability day after day. That’s why our collection is curated to offer only the best in performance and style, ensuring every switch you install from us is a noticeable upgrade.

Understanding Light Switch Wiring

Choosing the right switch is crucial for proper function and safety. Whether you're a professional electrician or a dedicated DIYer, understanding the differences in wiring is key. This table breaks down the three most common types of switches you'll encounter. For more information, read our blog: Single Pole vs. 3-Way vs. 4-Way Light Switches.

Single-Pole Switches

• Function: Controls one light fixture (or set of fixtures) from a single location. This is the most common type of light switch.
• Application: Ideal for standard bedrooms, closets, bathrooms, and smaller rooms.
• Terminals: Features two hot terminals (typically brass-colored screws) and one green ground screw. The switch body is often marked with "ON" and "OFF".
• Setup: The incoming hot wire from the power source connects to one hot terminal, and the outgoing hot wire to the light connects to the other.

3-Way Switches

• Function: Works in a pair to control one light fixture from two different locations.
• Application: Essential for stairways, long hallways, garages, and large rooms with two main entrances.
• Terminals: Features one common terminal (usually a darker, black-colored screw) and two traveler terminals (brass-colored). It also has a green ground screw.
• Setup: The incoming hot wire connects to the common terminal on the first switch. Two traveler wires are then used to connect the traveler terminals of both switches. The common terminal on the second switch connects to the light fixture.

4-Way Switches

• Function: Used in conjunction with two 3-way switches to control a light fixture from three or more locations.
• Application: Necessary for very large, open-concept spaces, long hallways with multiple doorways, or multi-level rooms.
• Terminals: Features four traveler terminals (two labeled "IN" and two labeled "OUT") and one green ground screw. It has no common terminal.
• Setup: A 4-way switch is always installed in the middle of a circuit, between two 3-way switches. The traveler wires from the first 3-way switch connect to the "IN" terminals, and the traveler wires going to the second 3-way switch connect to the "OUT" terminals.

Your Connection to Quality Lighting

A light switch may seem like a small component, but it's a vital part of your home’s electrical hive. The right switch ensures safety, provides convenience, and completes the look of your space. Don’t settle for a flimsy or unreliable connection. Power your world with a switch that feels solid, looks great, and performs flawlessly every time you use it. Find the perfect connection for every circuit. Explore the complete collection of durable and stylish light switches at Bees Lighting today.