Can I install a switch for mains powered led lights?

[tygerbright]

Hi all

We have some under cabinet LED lights installed in our kitchen that are managed by a light switch that is on a wall in the kitchen.

Is there a way I could install a small rocker switch under the cabinet itself to allow me to switch the lights on/off as well more directly - ie leave the wall switch in the On position.

I’m not quite sure what I would need to buy if this is possible but I’ve attached some photos of the current power setup.

 

[ericmark]

Yes I am sure there is, but as to how not so sure, personally I would want a unit as the wire comes out of the wall, be it a simple switch, or a FCU does not really matter, but this device could be a smart switch so you can use a remote control and would likely be a handy box where a junction could be made, some thing like this dry lining box leaves plenty of room, and a FCU can have a flex outlet, the fine details are up to you, as to work in a kitchen in Wales yes it is notifiable work, so in theory should be done by a scheme member electrician or tell the LABC but I suspect most don't bother.

 

[SUNRAY]

Really the question is where do you want the switch?
It looks like there is a gap behing the wall units which will make this is a very simple job adding just a switch and short piece of cable.

 

[tygerbright]

Hi Sunray

Thanks for the response and yes something like the diagram you drew is ideal.
Just not sure on what sort of cable and compatible switch I need.

 

[tygerbright]

Maybe one of these could work?

https://www.screwfix.com/p/schneide...WtWaaDJQBY9lkRrlXwBoCLkkQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds