I have 2 small fluorescent lights in a closet with 2 entry doors and naturally 2 switches. I want to replace them with 2 incandescent lamp fixtures. if i do can i use dimmer switches and have a normal operation including the dimmers?
If you are talking about a clothes closet, then you need to verify that the location and type of incandescent fixture meets NEC 410.16 requirements to avoid a fire. For example, the fixture must totally enclose the bulb, and must be at least 12 clearance from the nearest point of storage, and at least 6 from an enclosed recessed fixture. You would be better off with dimming ballasts in the existing fixtures since incandescent bulbs are being phased out.
Yes. Dimmers can replace incandescent switches. If it's a 3 way switch rig, you need a 3 way dimmer rig. Note: They will soon stop making standard incandescent lamps. If you go to the trouble of installing incandescent dimmers, better stock up on the lamps, or go to dimmers for CFL lamps and use those.
