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If you’re thinking about upgrading your home’s lighting system, make sure to put smart switches at the top of your list. Because there’s nothing better than unwinding at the end of the night and turning all your lights off from the comfort of your bed, with just one tap on your smartphone.

With smart light switches you have ultimate control of your home, turning your lights on and off in any room, from wherever you may be. And with this comes the opportunity to save money, conserve energy and enhance home security – all whilst having the ultimate comfort and convenience. But with so much to take in about smart lighting switches, where do you even begin? Whatever questions you may have, this guide has all the answers for you.

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What is Smart Lighting?

Smart lighting means you can control lights in an easier, simpler and more innovative way. You can enjoy all that automation brings to the table, for instance creating personalised schedules, all whilst managing your lighting system from your smart device. And the benefits don’t stop there – some can even respond to your voice or be synchronised to work with other smart home devices.

With smart lighting, you can also benefit from a range of unique arrangements. So, whether you want a small upgrade with standard bulbs or a full makeover with outdoor floodlights – the world is your oyster. To add a touch of personalisation, most smart lights can also shine in almost every colour. And above all else, due to them being LED, they demand far less electricity than traditional light bulbs – an investment you don’t want to miss!

 

What are Smart Light Switches?

Smart lighting switches offer a hassle-free lighting solution without having to make major changes to your lighting arrangement. They are essentially Wi-Fi enabled buttons on/in your wall that allow you to tailor how you control your home’s lighting. Plus, they tend to be a lot less heavy on the pocket – music to any homeowner’s ears. And best of all – they can be wirelessly connected and work with pretty much any light fixture.

Smart light switches have many advantages including:

  • Greater security – control lights to turn on/off even if you’ve nipped to the shops or jetted off on holiday.
  • Intelligent controls – functioning flawlessly with your existing home Wi-Fi network.
  • Save money – lighting makes up 15% of a typical household’s electricity bill, so programming your smart switches could lower your utility bills to some extent.
  • Conserve energy – program the lights to turn on at certain times of the day and for a set amount of time.

How Do Smart Light Switches Work?

These handy devices replace your existing switches but can still work alongside your current light bulbs. As they are Wi-Fi enabled, this will allow you to control the existing wiring in your home via an app on your smartphone or by voice through a virtual assistant.

Some smart light switches connect directly to your home’s Wi-Fi network, whilst others may need a smart home hub to then connect to your Wi-Fi in order to give you control. And because smart light switches can connect to Wi-Fi, this means you can remotely manage them from wherever. So, if you’re at work and you suddenly remember that you forgot to turn the lights off – don’t worry because your smart light switches have got your back!

How Can I Control Smart Light Switches?

Smart light switches can be controlled in a variety of ways to make life at home more comfortable and convenient. Thanks to automation, you can turn lights on and off, adjust the brightness and create scenarios of your preferred colour and brightness combinations.

Welcome the TaHoma mobile app into your life for ultimate smart light control. You can manage your smart light switches with one tap from the palm of your hand. Just connect your smartphone or any other smart device to your lighting for full control. With the app you can do the following:

  • Set the mood – combine lighting with music, blinds, screens, awnings and more to set the scene and launch them with just one click.
  • Control your lighting remotely – don’t worry if you forget to switch the lights off because you can use your smartphone to do it from wherever you are.

If you want control of all your light fittings at once – look no further than the Scenario Player for TaHoma. All it takes is to program this wall switch with the TaHoma app via your smart device and you’re good to go. Once you’ve done this, enjoy creating multiple scenarios, for instance one that switches all the lights off when you’re snoozing. It’s hassle-free, there’s no need for you to leave your bed and a peaceful slumber is definitely on the cards.

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For those who aren’t fully sold on the idea of an automated home, smart lighting switches are an economical and easy way to test the waters. If you want to keep the style and design of your current lights at home but manage them remotely, smart switches will work best for you. And on top of that, you can enjoy a variety of additional features such as setting scenarios, conserving energy and much more.

Go further with Somfy and explore all our lighting solutions because your convenience and comfort are top priority.

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