Kinetic Switch - Useable with older wiring?

[DJP7]

What I am referring to are slimline switches with a seperate receiver that goes elsewhere - it will not fit in your backbox.
However, if you have a large hole above the ceiling rose/fitting it will fit above the ceiling (you'll get told to put it in a box with cable restraints etc.)

This is the same as the switch I have:
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This is the receiver:
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Available from https://enerjsmart.co.uk/

Be aware that going down this route is going to cost you a lot more than a simple £2.50 switch does.
The above switch is £18 and the receiver £26-35.

However the Quinetic range appears to be cheaper now and there are switches with inbuilt receiver.

Quinetic 1 Gang Wireless Switch c/w Built In Receiver - White | Quinetic (QURS1W)

Although this appears as it's no different than having a switch on the wall, what it then allow you to do is use additional separate switches anywhere without wires. You do need a deeper backbox though.

With all of these you also have options for google/alexa wifi smart control etc.
So you can setup a schedule to turn the lights on/off when not in, if you put them in the kids bedroom you can even be a rotter and make them auto turn off at set times lol.

Managed to have a better look today. The ceiling rose is in an awkward position so I’m more inclined to deepen the back box and use a a switch with the built in receiver. Then add a few more switches as/where needed.

Not worried about the price. All in wouldn’t bat an eye at spending that on a fancy meal so spending the same on something that will make it easier for the family is an easy decision. I’m going to go over everything this weekend and get whatever I decide ordered.

We carry on as normal with everything else but someone (not us) has convinced the little human creaky floorboards will lead to ruin. Fine with the shower going on, doors banging etc but creaking leads to almost tears. Fixing the creaks is another thing on the list lol

 

[SUNRAY]

Managed to have a better look today. The ceiling rose is in an awkward position so I’m more inclined to to deepen the back box and use a a switch with the built in receiver. Then add a few more switches as/where needed.

Not worried about the price. All in wouldn’t bat an eye at spending that on a fancy meal so spending the same on something that will make it easier for the family is an easy decision. I’m going to go over everything this weekend and get whatever I decide ordered.

We carry on as normal with everything else but someone (not us) has convinced the little human creaky floorboards will lead to ruin. Fine with the shower going on, doors banging etc but creaking also leads to almost tears. Fixing the creaks is another thing on the list lol

The receiver can go at either switch location.