Q: Can dimmers save energy? How hard are they to install? A: Dimmers can be utilized to save money on your energy bill. Installing a dimmer switch will only take an afternoon. Here are the basics.

• Light bulbs last longer — By dimming lights just 10 percent, you save 10 percent on the energy for that light and you double the life of the bulbs. Dim lights to 50 percent to save 40 percent on ...

Turning down the lights can make a room feel more cozy and inviting or make it more comfortable to watch a movie. Maybe you event want to reduce glare in a room when you first get out of bed. If you ...

Q. I would like to install several dimmer switches to control light output. Do I need special wiring to accomplish this? Older dimmers I have used scared me because the switch is very warm to the ...

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 ...

When we talked to designers and havers of great taste for our story on 31 Low-Lift Home Improvements for Under $100, Barbara Schmidt, creative director of Studio Bstyle, was a big proponent of the ...

Valentine's Day may be over but that doesn't mean the romance has to end. Think about your home and consider what amenities you could add for a romantic evening any time of the year. A dimmer switch, ...

We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› By Liam McCabe I made no fewer than five mistakes trying to install a smart ...