Downlight from two way switch

[benalla]

Is it possible to spur off a two way light switch for a new downlight? - I can't run a cable from the current downlights so can I spur off one of the existing switches?

If this is possible, how to I wire this switch?

Please see the switch and diagram. Thank you!

 

[EFLImpudence]

No, there is no neutral at the switch.

 

[benalla]

Thank you. What are my options for adding a downlight at the bottom of the stairs? Chase a cable from the existing light all the way down?

 

[EFLImpudence]

Chase a cable from the existing light all the way down?

Yes.

 

[benalla]

Thanks.

 

[jj4091]

Or if it suits https://www.google.com/search?q=bat...guM7gHuhbCBwgwLjMuNDIuMsgHuQE&sclient=gws-wiz

 

[benalla]

Might be hard to reach when it needs recharging but it might be the best option, thank you.

 

[endecotp]

Chase a cable from the existing light all the way down?

Or possibly from the other switch, depending on what wires are present there, if that is easier.

 

[ericmark]

Do away with two-way switching and that leaves you with a spare cable, could use wireless two-way of one sort or another. But as to if worth it is another question, parts alone will be over £50.

 

[morqthana]

I can't run a cable from the current downlights

Why not?

 

[Harry Bloomfield]

If you have access above where you want your new light, then you might be able to add a light fed from one of the existing ground floor lights. You could then either add a drop down to a new switch, or add a remote control switch, of the Quintetic (spelling) type - Eric knows more on these.

 

[SUNRAY]

Running a cable shown orange will be the solution, what access do you have to any of that route

 

[SUNRAY]

or add a remote control switch, of the Quintetic (spelling) type - Eric knows more on these.

This basic arrangement with Quinetic Receiver (RX) in the void above the ceiling (hopefully accessible through a downlighter hole) and 2 Quinetic wireles switches which makes the existing switch cable spare.

 

[sparkwright]

Looks like flats - that door has a lock on it.
Is there a neutral at the TOP 2 way switch?
If so, you could replace the switches for time-lag switches, and use the spare wire as a neutral.

 

[Taylortwocities]

No, there is no neutral at the switch.

What's that grey wire in the photo then?