Install a CFL or LED Bulb Dimmer Switch
Updated: Dec. 22, 2022LED- and CFL-compatible dimmers do the job
LEDs and compact fluorescent bulbs can work well with dimmers—if they're the right type of dimmer. Replace older, standard dimmer switches with compatible models, and make sure you buy dimmable bulbs.
Install dimmer switches for CFL or LED bulbs
Required Tools for this dimmable LED switch project
Have the necessary tools for this DIY project lined up before you start—you’ll save time and frustration.
- 4-in-1 screwdriver
- Electrical tape
- Non-contact voltage tester
Required Materials for this dimmable LED switch project
Avoid last-minute shopping trips by having all your materials ready ahead of time. Here’s a list.
- CFL-compatible dimmer switch
Originally Published: August 28, 2019