When operating a standard light switch, your choices are limited to turning the lights on or off. However, a light dimmer provides more versatility. Depending on the type of dimmer you choose, you can ...

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Q: During a recent dinner date at my house, I thought about how romantic it would be if I could dim the lights. My light switch doesn’t have this feature and I would like to replace it with one that ...

If you want to control the lighting level in the rooms of your home, a dimmer switch is an effective and easy solution. Installing it is simple and can be done without spending a lot of money. Here's ...

The ballyhoo on how to manage light-bulb energy efficiently totally misses the most prudent and efficient means I have been using for almost 40 years: Lamp dimmers are extremely useful and efficient.

Most DIYers shy away from doing electrical work for fear of getting shocked or causing a fire. And that’s certainly understandable; electricity is not to be trifled with. However, there are many ...

Dan Seifert is an editor overseeing The Verge’s product reviews and service journalism programs. Dan has covered the technology world for over a decade at The Verge. GE Lighting is introducing new ...