From flashing light to control: how we finally made our lights smart
It started as a minor annoyance. Our living room lamp flickered occasionally. The dimmer switch was sometimes slow to respond or not at all. Sometimes the light was too bright during movie night, other times too dim while reading. Nothing dramatic, but just enough to gnaw at you a little every day.
We initially thought it was the bulb. Or the type of LED. So we replaced it. And again. But the problem persisted. What we needed turned out to be something completely different: a smart solution. Literally.
The discovery of smart dimming
When we started looking for a solution, we ended up at Thorn , via Thornwood . There, we discovered that it's not the bulb itself, but the dimmer that makes the difference. Especially if you choose a model truly designed for modern lighting.
We opted for a smart touch dimmer . No turning, no clicking. Just a light touch, and the light follows. With Wi-Fi control, we could suddenly set scenes, use timers, and remember dimming settings. It felt like our home had suddenly been upgraded.
What changed in the house
The change was immediately noticeable. Not just because the lighting worked better, but because the whole rhythm of the house became calmer. No more arguments about who had turned the lights up too bright. No more fiddling with switches in the dark. Just control.
What we noticed:
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One touch is enough : whether you dim or switch.
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Always the right atmosphere : from cooking to relaxing, without any hassle.
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Remote control : via the app or with your voice.
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No more flickering : even at low light levels.
Why we never want to go back
What started as a minor flickering issue turned out to be an opportunity to make our entire lighting system smarter. And honestly? We should have done it sooner.
Thorn's smart dimmers not only bring tranquility to the light, but also enhance the living experience. They feel natural. And they make our homes a little more our own.
Are you also fed up with flickering lights and awkward controls?
View Thorn's smart dimmers at thornwood.nl and discover how easy smart lighting can be.
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