Hey all, hope I’m posting in the right section. Long time lurker. I’m planning to jump into HA in my new home. Devices I already have: Amazon Echo (2 full-size, two dots) Sonos (2 Play1s, possibly will expand to include more in future) Nest thermostat Nest protect Ring smart doorbell I’m plannin…

Hey guys - I can tell this is going to be a lot of fun. The guys at Vesternet have been incredibly helpful, but don’t sell/support SmartThings. I’ve decided to go with it anyway since the community seems to be really strong. I’m based in the UK, and have already started swapping my switch backboxes…

Vesternet is always very helpful. They are an excellent resource. As far as appliance control in the UK, you can definitely use pocket sockets (just check the specs to make sure it will handle what you’re going to plug into it) or Aeon Labs makes a “heavy duty” in wall micro which can handle hi…

Brilliant - thanks! I’ve come across this retractive switch , which is fine, though a little expensive. The issue I’m going to face is that I have several 2-way switches throughout the house, and I don’t think they make 2-way retractive switches. I like the idea of the Aeotec switch, but in a 3 sto…

[image] mfid: Brilliant - thanks! I’ve come across this retractive switch , which is fine, though a little expensive. The issue I’m going to face is that I have several 2-way switches throughout the house, and I don’t think they make 2-way retractive switches. I like the idea of the Aeotec swit…

As far as the switches, if you are using the Fibaro light modules, you can use retractive switches at both points of a two-way set up. @anon36505037 can say more about this, as he’s previously mentioned having two ways of this type. :sunglasses: There’s also more discussion in the UK lighting co…

And you might also find the following of interest: [image] FAQ: Create an all-around z-wave presence in a 4,000 sq ft home? FAQ Is there a way to create an all-around “z-wave presence” in my 4000 sq ft home? My home is not just a two story block home. It is a one story, …

anon36505037: 2 Way circuits A bit of confusion here that @JDRoberts may be able to clarify… Here in the UK, a lighting circuit with 2 switches is known as ‘2-way’ but I’m fairly sure it’s called ‘3-way’ in the US? I think the same applies to the switch type naming? Always helps to know the te…

anon36505037: I went for these… Bit annoyed having just looked up the link as they were twice the cost when I got them!! http://www.ashdownhomestore.co.uk/mechanical-rocker-onoff-light-switches-plain-glass-353-c.asp Really nice switches, and reasonably priced too - thanks for sharing. Great…

[image] mfid: Brilliant - thanks! I’ve come across this retractive switch , which is fine, though a little expensive. The issue I’m going to face is that I have several 2-way switches throughout the house, and I don’t think they make 2-way retractive switches. I like the idea of the Aeotec swit…

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Some advice on my planned build (UK)

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Some advice on my planned build (UK)

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