{"product_id":"dual-control-in-warm-satin-brass-perfect-for-large-rooms-hallways","title":"Dual Control in Warm Satin Brass – Perfect for Large Rooms \u0026 Hallways","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"ds-message _63c77b1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ds-markdown\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOverview\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvolve 2 Gang 2 Way Switch in Satin Brass\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e offers twice the functionality without compromising on style. This single plate houses two separate switches, each capable of 2-way wiring – meaning you can control two different light fittings from this one location, and also control each of those lights from a second switch elsewhere in the room. It's the ideal solution for large living rooms with two separate lighting zones, master bedrooms with bedside lamps plus overhead lights, or for hallways that serve both upstairs and downstairs lighting. Finished in warm, luxurious satin brass with a subtle brushed texture, this switch elevates any interior from ordinary to extraordinary.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeasuring a compact H:86mm x W:86mm, this 2-gang switch fits neatly into a standard UK single gang back box – no need for wider boxes or disruptive wall cutting. The 20A 16AX rating ensures reliable performance with modern LED, CFL, and dimmable loads, while the robust build quality guarantees years of smooth operation. Whether you're renovating a Victorian terrace or finishing a new-build apartment, this satin brass switch delivers a coordinated, premium look that stands out for all the right reasons.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Choose This Evolve 2 Gang 2 Way Satin Brass Switch?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChoosing this Evolve switch means you can replace a boring white plastic 2-gang switch with a design-led metal finish that complements both classic and contemporary decor. The satin brass works beautifully with dark navy walls, soft cream paints, natural wood tones, and even industrial grey schemes. Its 2-way functionality gives you complete flexibility: turn on your sofa-side lamp from the doorway, or switch off the far end of a long corridor without walking the full length. And because it's a 2-gang design, you manage two separate lighting circuits from a single, elegant plate – keeping your walls uncluttered and your control intuitive. For homeowners who appreciate quality fixtures and smart lighting design, this switch is a small luxury that pays off every single day.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSatin brass finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – warm, elegant, and resistant to visible smudges\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 gang, 2 way\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – control two separate lights, each from two different switch positions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e20A 16AX rating\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – safe and durable for LED, CFL, halogen, and incandescent loads\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompact square footprint\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – H:86mm x W:86mm fits standard single gang back box\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScrewless faceplate design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – clips on for a clean, flush appearance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMatching satin brass accessories available\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – create a cohesive look throughout your home\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ds-scroll-area ds-scroll-area--show-on-focus-within _1210dd7 c03cafe9\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ds-scroll-area__gutters\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ds-scroll-area__horizontal-gutter\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ds-scroll-area__vertical-gutter\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecification\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Code\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePCDSB42B\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSatin brass\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNumber of Gangs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNumber of Ways\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2-way (per gang)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCurrent Rating\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e20A\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAX Rating\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e16AX (suitable for LED\/fluorescent)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTerminal Capacity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3 x 1.5mm² or 2 x 2.5mm² per switch\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions (H x W)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e86 mm x 86 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMounting Box Depth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e25mm recommended (16mm minimum)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBack Box Compatibility\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStandard UK single gang (1-gang box)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlate Material\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMetal (brass plated with lacquer)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFAQs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1. Can I use this switch to control two separate lights from three different locations?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. A 2-way system allows control from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003etwo locations only\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for each light. To control one light from three or more places, you would need an intermediate switch in addition to 2-way switches. This product does not include intermediate functionality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2. Can I wire this as a simple on\/off (1-way) switch for both lights?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. For each gang, simply ignore the L2 terminal and wire as a standard 1-way switch. This is perfect if you only need local control now but want 2-way capability for future upgrades.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3. Will this satin brass switch match other Evolve satin brass accessories?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbsolutely. The finish is consistent across the Evolve satin brass range, including sockets, dimmers, and USB outlets. You can confidently install multiple products in the same room for a perfectly coordinated look.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4. Does the 16AX rating make a real difference for LED lights?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. Standard 10A switches can suffer contact arcing and premature failure with LED and CFL loads due to inrush currents. The 16AX rating is specifically designed for these electronic loads, providing safer, longer-lasting operation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5. My existing switch is wider than 86mm – will this fit?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis 2-gang switch is designed to fit a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003estandard 1-gang back box\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (86mm wide). If your existing 2-gang switch occupies a 2-gang box (approx 146mm wide), you will need to either replace the back box or use a surface-mount pattress. Check your existing plate size before ordering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Evolve","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57261149192574,"sku":null,"price":7.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0985\/3832\/4350\/files\/PCDSB42B.jpg?v=1776294177","url":"https:\/\/ssmelectric.co.uk\/products\/dual-control-in-warm-satin-brass-perfect-for-large-rooms-hallways","provider":"SSM ELECTRIC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}