THE INVISIBLE LIGHTSWITCH
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Established in London 20 years ago, Forbes & Lomax have from the start approached the lighting control market from an aesthetic point of view and have now become the first point of reference for architects and designers. The elegant glass, nickel and brass switches of the 1930s were no longer available and the modern equivalents were ugly and unsuitable for high end projects. It was with these problems in mind that Forbes & Lomax launched the Invisible Lightswitch®; a simple transparent acrylic plate allowing the wallpaper or paint to show through, with a stylish metal toggle switch in the centre. After much thought to design and technical specification (given the difference in shape and voltage between switches and outlets in the United States/ Canada and Europe), Forbes & Lomax have now launched the Invisible Lightswitch® in America and Canada. To complement the Invisible Lightswitch®, a complete range of dimmers and outlets are available to suit the exacting demands of architects and interior designers of both traditional and contemporary persuasion. With their switches, Forbes & Lomax have pioneered the screwless, flush to the wall plate, creating a very sleek look. As well as the Invisible Lightswitch®, the company also offer unlacquered brass, nickel silver, brushed stainless steel and antique bronze switches, all of which are accompanied by a full range of matching outlets. All Forbes & Lomax U.S. products have been tested for compliance to UL and CSA safety standards by a Nationally Recognised Testing Laboratory. They are designed to fit US wall boxes. A display of our products can be viewed at Claremont Furnishing Fabrics Co., Art & Design Building, 1059 Third Avenue, 2nd Floor, New York, NY 10065 and Claremont Furnishing Fabrics Co., 636 North Almont Drive, West Hollywood, Los Angeles, LA 90069 Front Cover: Invisible Lightswitch® with Nickel Silver toggle switch Back Cover: Painted two gang duplex with black insert Pictured Right: Invisible duplex with black insert
The Invisible Lightswitch® Inspired by 1930’s glass switches but with all the advantages of modern technology, The Invisible Lightswitch® has become synonymous with Forbes & Lomax. Switches and dimmers have 3mm bevelled transparent acrylic plates which are secured without the use of fixing screws. The plates are flush to the wall and are supplied with brass, nickel silver, stainless steel or antique bronze toggle switches or dimmer knobs and buttons. Invisible outlets with 3mm thick acrylic plates complete the range. 1mm thick inner plates of primed aluminum sit behind the Invisible plates which can be decorated in the same way as the walls, giving the illusion that the wallpaper or paint finish runs seamlessly behind the switchplate.
Pictured Right: Three gang Invisible Lightswitch® with brass toggles and push button
antique bronze The Antique Bronze range has a rich warm hue to the plates making them attractive to both contemporary and traditional interiors. These switches also work particularly well on wood panelling and other unusual surroundings. The outlets are all supplied with black inserts to complement the dark finish of the plates.
Pictured left: Antique Bronze plate with rotary dimmer and toggle switch
Stainless steel The Stainless Steel range of switches and outlets has brushed stainless steel plates. At only 1.8mm thick the plates sit flush to the wall and suit contemporary interiors or kitchens.
Pictured right: Stainless Steel two gang push button
nickel silver The Nickel Silver range has a highly polished plate creating a mirror finish. It has a luxurious appearance which is much warmer and less clinical than chrome, making it more appealing for living areas. The Nickel Silver range sits well in both traditional and contemporary interiors.
Pictured left: Nickel Silver three gang rotary dimmer
unlacquered brass The Unlacquered Brass range has a flush to the wall plate that is designed to mellow and tarnish in color with age if left unpolished. This is particularly suitable for period buildings where a bright brass look might be inappropriate. Alternatively, the plates can be polished to give a shiny look should this be required.
Pictured right: Unlacquered Brass push button
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