I've had smart switches for a couple years now, and honestly, they're way less finicky than bulbs. Had a few power outages and they always defaulted back to manual mode without any drama. Compatibility-wise, sticking mostly to one ecosystem helped me dodge headaches...
"Compatibility-wise, sticking mostly to one ecosystem helped me dodge headaches..."
Yeah, that's probably the smartest route. I've had clients mix and match systems, and honestly, it can get messy fast—especially when troubleshooting. Curious though, have you noticed any aesthetic drawbacks with smart switches? Some of my clients find them a bit bulky or too tech-y looking for their interiors. Wondering if you've found options that blend seamlessly into your home's decor...
Curious though, have you noticed any aesthetic drawbacks with smart switches?
Totally agree about sticking to one ecosystem—saved me a ton of confusion during my reno. I did notice some smart switches looked kinda bulky at first, but found a few brands that offer sleeker designs and neutral colors. Honestly, after a week or two, I barely noticed them anymore...they just blended right in. Plus, guests usually comment on the convenience rather than the look, so that's a win for me.
I get what you're saying about the bulkiness—some switches do look a bit chunky at first glance. But honestly, once they're installed and you've lived with them a bit, they kinda fade into the background. I went with matte finishes and neutral tones too, and now I barely notice them. Plus, knowing they're helping me cut down on energy waste makes any minor aesthetic trade-off totally worth it...right?
"Plus, knowing they're helping me cut down on energy waste makes any minor aesthetic trade-off totally worth it...right?"
Yeah, totally agree with this. When I first set mine up, they felt kinda out of place too—but after a couple weeks, it's like they became invisible. And honestly, the convenience factor alone makes it worth overlooking a little chunkiness here and there.
