light switch problem

[pickles]

Hallo sparkies,

I am working in a flat that has been recently decorated. One of the doors has had it's hinges reversed so it opens from the other side of the door frame. This has left the light switch behind the door which means you have to fiddle about in the dark behind the door to turn the light on. I want to move the light switch but would prefer to avoid having to chase the wall out and start again because of the damage it will do to the decor.

Is there any way round this problem. I'm thinking of something similar to the central heating room thermostats that are on a radio link and can be put anywhere in the house. Ie, is there any kind of light switch equivalent

Thank you in advance.

 

[plugwash]

i'm sure i've seen something like this before but i can't find it right now

i found http://www.wirelessretail.co.uk/wireless_remote_adapters.php who have some remote lightswitches but they rely on an ugly lump between holder and bulb.

i found http://www.easylifeautomation.com/Automation/X-10/X_10Prod.htm#SS13 but you'd need a seperate transceiver module and lightswtich module so it wouldn't be cheap

 

[jime17]

drill through the back of the existing box and mount a second switch outside? connect using 3 and earth in the same configuration as an upstairs landing light controlled from downstairs hallway?

You can also get infra red activated lightswitches with a little remote control.

 

[sparkyspike]

Put the door on the other way round.

 

[sparkyspike]

Or try this. http://www.tlc-direct.co.uk/Main_Index/Wiring_Accessories_Menu_Index/EasySwitch/index.html