How Do You Install A 2-Way Light Switch?
A two-way light switch is the most basic type of light switch used in residential and commercial applications. These switches turn one or more lights on from a single location. Generally installed during for a new construction, restoration, or renovation, light switches can be replaced to change the color of the switch itself, to change the design of the switch itself, or for many other reasons. Because you are dealing with an electrical appliance, it is very important that you are cautious and turn off power to the circuit you are working on. Turn the power of to the circuit at the circuit breaker or fuse and check to make sure the power is off. Remove 5/8-inch of wire insulation from each insulated wire. Place a wire nut around all of the white wires in the electrical box. Hook the ends of the black wires and attach one black wire to each of the terminal screws. Hook the end of the green or bare wire and attach the green or bare wire to the green ground screw. Mount the switch in the