Our kids kept breaking the switch until we discovered Thornwood
There are those little things in the house that unexpectedly cause major annoyances. For us, it started with the light switches. They were neatly installed upon delivery, with those familiar plastic pushbuttons. But after a few years, and especially after a few enthusiastic children's hands, it started to become noticeable. Switches that no longer responded properly. Buttons that became loose. Sometimes the light even stayed on when you thought you'd turned it off.
At first, we thought it was just part of the job. Things wear out. But when we visited friends, we saw something different. No click, no mechanism. Just a touch, and the light responded. It looked sleek, modern, and it worked effortlessly. We asked where they got it.
“Those are from Thornwood,” said our friend.
“Since we got that touch switch, we don't have to worry about broken buttons anymore.”
And there our search began.
From frustration to simplicity
At home, we suddenly noticed how cumbersome and outdated our switches felt. They sometimes beeped, or required a bit too much force, especially for the kids. Sometimes they pressed too hard. Sometimes accidentally, multiple times. One day, we even got a notification that one of the buttons had completely tripped.
That was the moment for us. We wanted a smarter solution. Not just something that looked good in our home, but especially something that was sustainable and user-friendly for the whole family.
We chose Thorn touch switches , supplied by Thornwood . No more mechanism, no more clicking. Just a light touch. Since then, the house has been quiet. No more rattling from loose buttons, no more children yelling in frustration that the light isn't working. Just peace. And control.
What this transition really brought about
We had a few expectations when replacing our switches. But here's what we didn't anticipate:
- The children love it . They understand how it works and are cautious because it feels like something special.
- The house feels more modern and luxurious . Guests ask where we got those beautiful panels.
- The quality of the finish (with glass and a sleek edge) makes the switch feel like part of our interior, not a necessary evil.
- And perhaps best of all: we no longer have to tap or press anything . One touch is enough.
What we recommend to others
If you have a young family, or are simply fed up with fiddly knobs and a plastic finish that dulls after a few years… consider Thorn . The products are available through Thornwood and come in various styles and colors. We chose black glass, but you can make it perfectly match your style.
At first, we thought it was a minor detail. But now we know: a good switch makes a bigger difference than you think.
Curious about what Thorn can do for your home?
View all touch switches and dimmers at thornwood.nl and choose the style that suits your life.
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