Frequently asked questions
About the product
All about fits, colours and the system behind the fronts.
Why would I want this?
Because everyone turns that switch off anyway. You have smart lights, and then a guest comes over who neatly switches the light off at the door on the way out. From that moment your app does nothing, your schedules are dead and you get to explain why the switch has to stay on.
Switchless takes that discussion away. The switch is permanently on and tucked away behind a blank front, so there is nothing left to switch off. You control your light with your app, a dimmer or your voice.
Switchless takes that discussion away. The switch is permanently on and tucked away behind a blank front, so there is nothing left to switch off. You control your light with your app, a dimmer or your voice.
Will this fit my switch?
Almost certainly, if you live on the European mainland. Switchless screws onto the flush-mounted box behind your switch, and that box uses the standardised 60 mm spacing. The brand of your switch does not matter. Only the United Kingdom, Italy, Switzerland and Denmark use different systems.
Does the Dock come with the Hue dimmer?
No, the Dock is the holder. It is made for the Philips Hue dimmer switch V2, which has a magnet in its back. The steel that magnet grips is already printed into the front.
Why not a cover over the switch?
Those exist, but they remain boxes standing on your wall: thicker, wobbly and different for every switch brand. Switchless replaces the front itself and is screwed onto the inner mechanism. Sleeker, sturdier and universal.
Which colours are there?
White, black and cream. I print them myself, so if you want a different colour or a larger quantity, that can often be arranged: just send a message.
How is Switchless made?
Printed to order in the Netherlands, in impact-resistant PETG. So there is no stock: your front is only made after you order it, in the colour you choose.
It is two parts: a universal base plate that goes onto the two existing screws of your flush-mounted box, and the front that clicks onto it. No tape, no glue and no electrician: your original rocker and cover frame stay intact, so you can always put it back.
It is two parts: a universal base plate that goes onto the two existing screws of your flush-mounted box, and the front that clicks onto it. No tape, no glue and no electrician: your original rocker and cover frame stay intact, so you can always put it back.
About the mounting
Can I go back to a normal switch?
Always. Your original rocker and cover frame stay undamaged; keep them and you can put the switch back the way it was in five minutes. Handy for rented homes too.
Is this safe?
Nothing about your electrical installation changes: no wires, no modifications. The inner mechanism of the switch stays fully intact and touch-safe, Switchless only replaces the plastic front. Always fit it with the circuit switched off, and ask an electrician if you are in doubt.
Which tools do I need?
One flathead screwdriver. The two screws you need are already in your flush-mounted box; you do not have to drill anything or buy anything extra.
Does my dimmer or two-gang switch work as well?
A normal single-pole switch and a two-way switch are both locked in the on position by Switchless. If there is a dimmer or a switch with several rockers, send a photo first and I will check whether it fits.
About ordering and delivery
When will I have my order?
Every front is printed to order. Count on 2 to 4 working days of printing and then a day in the post within the Netherlands.
What does shipping cost?
€ 6.95 in the Netherlands and free from € 55. To the rest of the EU it is € 12.95.
Can I return it?
Yes, you have fourteen days to change your mind. If it does not fit or is not what you hoped for, send a message with a photo and we will sort it out.
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