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    Mar 9, 2015, 10:14 AM
    Wireless control for overhead light?
    Hi,

    I want to install an overhead light in a large room used as a closet. I can get power to the overhead, but there is no practical way to reach the area next to the door* where we would like a wall-mounted switch to go. I've read a bit about wireless controllers, but am not sure what I need.

    Suggestions would be appreciated.

    Thanks,

    Dennis


    *(Incidentally, there is a light switch in that area that controls an outlet, so power is available at that location. We're using it to control a wall mounted fixture, but an overhead would be better. My wife will not consider a swag-type installation.)
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    Mar 9, 2015, 10:31 AM
    You and your wife should have fun browsing.

    wireless ceiling light | eBay

    http://www.amazon.com/s?ie=UTF8&page...eiling%20light

    Search Results for ceiling lights at The Home Depot

    Sears.com
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    Mar 9, 2015, 10:36 AM
    Quote Originally Posted by talaniman View Post
    You and your wife should have fun browsing.

    wireless ceiling light | eBay

    http://www.amazon.com/s?ie=UTF8&page...eiling%20light

    Search Results for ceiling lights at The Home Depot

    Sears.com

    I want a line powered light, not a battery powered light.
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    Mar 9, 2015, 11:16 AM
    Sorry, don't know where I got the wireless idea from :O

    When you use the provided links just delete the wireless part and go with "ceiling lights"

    More of this maybe?



    http://www.lampsplus.com/products/cl...e_flush-mount/
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    Mar 9, 2015, 03:11 PM
    There are several options for doing what you want at most home centers in the electric switch section of the aisle. Remote Switches > Self-Powered Wireless Controls > Lighting Controls > Products from Leviton Electrical and Electronic Products
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    Mar 9, 2015, 05:20 PM
    Quote Originally Posted by ballengerb1 View Post
    There are several options for doing what you want at most home centers in the electric switch section of the aisle. Remote Switches > Self-Powered Wireless Controls > Lighting Controls > Products from Leviton Electrical and Electronic Products
    Thanks. No particular one to recommend?
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    Mar 9, 2015, 05:21 PM
    Can you get a cable from the wall mounted fixture to where you want the ceiling fixture?
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    Mar 9, 2015, 05:31 PM
    Quote Originally Posted by hkstroud View Post
    Can you get a cable from the wall mounted fixture to where you want the ceiling fixture?
    No, but that's a good idea I didn't think of.

    Part of the problem is that there is a chimney in the way of any normal route for wires. This is an old house with lath and plaster and unpredictable framing. I can get the power to the overhead through the attic, but no way to get from the o/h light to the desired switch location.

    I've read about a variety of remotes, etc, most of which seem to be designed for overhead fans. I'm not sure which would be the best for this on/off non-sexy, but permanent application.
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    Mar 9, 2015, 05:52 PM
    I have used the Levitron show in the image.
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    Mar 9, 2015, 08:48 PM
    Quote Originally Posted by ballengerb1 View Post
    I have used the Levitron show in the image.
    Thanks. I would not have guessed that one, but I will look closer and probably give it a try.
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