www.ultimatehandyman.co.uk

It's a 2 way switch used on a landing, as you can see there isn't room for a standard switch.

I think they're known as Architrave switches (if that helps a search).

Ah yes that does help. I had no idea what to search for, amazing how easy it is when you have the right search term!

I saw some in the Screwfix catalogue I think. Worth a look.

Colin

Oh yes, I had to look, but I am sure R has found them already https://www.screwfix.com/p/crabtree-ins ... hite/271hv

DWD

Ooof screwfix are pricey!

We are hoping that the old one will come up ok when cleaned, need to get the awful labels off etc. Before potentially making the problem worse though I wanted to check I could buy a replacement if needed.

Ebay came up as best price with postage etc. £4 delivered. They are only £2 on an electrical retailer site but the postage is high unless you spend a minimum amount. £4 is absolutely fine though, assuming we need it.

I normally take the switch or socket off, then clean using Jiff and a greenee

Then set aside in a warm place to throughly dry and refit

beleive or not WD40 has is uses - removing glue and labels is one of them

Bob225 wrote: ↑Sat Apr 11, 2020 11:41 am beleive or not WD40 has is uses - removing glue and labels is one of them

That was going to be my first attempt, I use it for a lot of cleaning.