Hi There, So I have six pot lights in my living room that are all controlled by one dimmer switch. I was wondering it is was possible to rewire them in such a way that you could control each light separately with 6 individual switches? thanks
Least invasive, but somewhat expensive: Without cutting up your existing wiring and drywall, I would suggest a wireless system. There are modules you can buy which screw into the socket. This way the only permanent change required is to replace the dimmer to a standard switch. Just be sure to use dimmable CFL floods to reduce heat buildup. X10 is the most common. I believe there is a luxury brand called Vizia. Small holes, more permanent, and expensive: There is also a system called DALI in which a low voltage signal wire is daisy-chained can-to-can, with an addressable dimming module in or adjacent to each light in the ceiling. The wall switch is removed and the conductors wire-nutted, sending constant-hot to all lights. The controller takes the place of the wall switch, sending digital commands via the low-volt cable. Major holes, least expensive: Simply re-run a separate 14/2 from each can to the switch box. Also replace the switch box to accomodate all these new switches. (Must be special-ordered or built of mulitple metal boxes.) This will involve several small holes in the drywall as well as all the related painting. Also, the configuration may be perceived as odd by future owners. Also keep in mind that a good dimmer costs $15 each.
YES - but make sure you draw a picture of what is now then exactly how you will wire the switches in Then Check It With Someone Who Knows sounds like a pain in the attic Good Luck
It's possible, right now they are all in wired in series with one switch. You can wire them and with each one a switch all in parrallel.
