{"product_id":"elegant-satin-brass-light-switch-1-gang-2-way-for-any-room","title":"Elegant Satin Brass Light Switch – 1 Gang 2 Way for Any Room","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 1 Gang 2 Way Switch in Satin Brass\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e brings understated luxury to your home’s lighting controls. Its warm, brushed brass finish offers a sophisticated alternative to standard white plastic or chrome switches, making it an instant focal point in hallways, living rooms, bedrooms, or dining areas. The satin texture resists visible fingerprints and smudges, keeping its elegant appearance with minimal wiping. Measuring a compact H:86mm x W:86mm, this single-gang switch fits perfectly on UK standard back boxes without protruding awkwardly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeyond its good looks, this switch is a workhorse of convenience. The \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2-way wiring capability\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e allows you to control a single light source from two different locations – ideal for top-and-bottom staircases, long hallways, or large bedrooms with entry points on opposite sides. With a robust \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e20A 16AX rating\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, it’s suitable for most domestic lighting circuits, including LED, CFL, and incandescent loads. Whether you’re renovating a period property or adding character to a new build, this satin brass switch delivers both style and substance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Choose This Evolve Satin Brass Switch?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChoosing the Evolve satin brass switch means you no longer have to settle for basic white switches that clash with warm, natural interior palettes. The satin brass finish complements wooden furniture, beige walls, navy blues, and earthy greens beautifully – adding a touch of boutique-hotel elegance to any room. Its 2-way functionality gives you flexibility in lighting design without needing complex wiring modifications. And with a 20A 16AX rating, it handles modern LED lighting loads with ease (many standard switches are only rated for 10A). For homeowners, interior designers, or landlords who care about the finishing touches, this switch is a small upgrade with a big visual impact.\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, luxurious, and smudge-resistant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 gang, 2 way\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – control one light from two different switches\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 – suitable 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 profile\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – H:86mm x W:86mm fits standard boxes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModern screwless look\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (faceplate clips on – screws hidden behind)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMatching Evolve satin brass accessories available\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for a coordinated 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\u003ePCDSB12B\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\u003e1\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\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\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\u003e16mm (minimum) – 25mm recommended\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\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)\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\u003e5 Unique FAQs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1. What does “2 way” mean on a light switch?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA 2-way switch allows you to control the same light fitting from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003etwo different switch positions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (e.g., both ends of a hallway). You will need two compatible 2-way switches – one for each location – and appropriate wiring between them.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2. Can I use this switch for a single light with just one switch?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. You can wire a 2-way switch as a simple 1-way (on\/off) switch by ignoring the L2 terminal. So it works perfectly for single-location control as well.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3. Is the 20A rating safe for LED lights?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbsolutely. In fact, the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e16AX rating\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is specifically designed for electronic loads like LEDs and CFLs, which can cause arcing in lower-rated switches. This switch is safer and longer-lasting with modern lighting than many standard 10A switches.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4. Will the satin brass finish tarnish over time?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe satin brass is lacquered to prevent oxidation and tarnishing. It will maintain its original appearance for years with normal indoor use. Avoid abrasive cleaners – a soft dry cloth is enough.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5. Does this switch come with a metal or plastic back plate?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003emetal front plate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e with a satin brass finish. It is designed to fit onto a standard UK plastic or metal back box (sold separately). The screws are hidden by the clip-on front plate for a clean look.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Evolve","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57261148668286,"sku":null,"price":5.47,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0985\/3832\/4350\/files\/PCDSB12B.jpg?v=1776293707","url":"https:\/\/ssmelectric.co.uk\/products\/elegant-satin-brass-light-switch-1-gang-2-way-for-any-room","provider":"SSM ELECTRIC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}