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Make Home Better the Easy DIY Way.

Four simple projects to make homelife more beautiful, comfortable and convenient.

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Split Image showing how a dimmer effects the room. Red wall with white paintings in the background with black chairs and a wood coffee table in the foreground.
Split Image showing how a dimmer effects the room. Red wall with white paintings in the background with black chairs and a wood coffee table in the foreground.

How to DIY

  • Choose your Lutron dimmer, faceplate, and color.
    See our most popular models below and select a color that complements your wall paint and décor. Learn more
  • Have LEDs? Check compatibility.
    Check out our bulb compatibility tool to see which LED+ dimmer will work best with your existing bulbs, or which bulbs will work best with your new Lutron LED+ dimmer.
  • Install your dimmer.
    We’ve got you covered every step of the way. Watch this quick overview of installation or use our Lutron Wiring Wizard for step-by-step instructions.

Questions? We are here for you. Call us 24/7 1.888.576.8683 or visit Lutron Support Center online.

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15-Minute Makeover

Painting a room? Add a dimmer for a 15-minute room renovation.

Decorators know that great lighting is the key to a show stopping makeover. Lutron dimmers give you over 250 lighting levels, and you can install them in as little as 15 minutes.

And, because Lutron dimmers and screwless faceplates come in 27 colors, they can perfectly complement your décor. DIY effort. Designer impact.

Room ideas: living room, family room, bedroom, bathroom, home office

How to DIY

  • Choose your Lutron Sensor
    See some of our most popular models below.
  • Install your sensor.
    We’ve got you covered every step of the way. Watch this quick overview of installation or use our Lutron’s Wiring Wizard for step by step instructions.

Questions? We are here for you. Call us 24/7 1.888.576.8683 or visit Lutron Support Center online.

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Declutter & Simplify

Tackling the garage? Make your life easier and add a Lutron hands-free motion sensor

Add our hands-free motion sensor switch that automatically turns lights on and off to help make life easier. 15-minute install.

Room ideas: garage, laundry room, basement, closet

Man carrying a box walking into his garage
Man carrying a box walking into his garage

How to DIY

  • Choose your Lutron Sensor
    See some of our most popular models below.
  • Install your sensor.
    We’ve got you covered every step of the way. Watch this quick overview of installation or use our Lutron’s Wiring Wizard for step by step instructions.

Questions? We are here for you. Call us 24/7 1.888.576.8683 or visit Lutron Support Center online.

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Declutter & Simplify

Tackling the garage? Make your life easier and add a Lutron hands-free motion sensor

Add our hands-free motion sensor switch that automatically turns lights on and off to help make life easier. 15-minute install.

Room ideas: garage, laundry room, basement, closet

Family sitting on the couch watching tv in a dimly lit living room
Family sitting on the couch watching tv in a dimly lit living room

How to DIY

  • Choose your Lutron smart product
    • Caséta smart switches: You’ll want to get started with a Starter Kit including a dimmer, Smart Bridge, and a remote. Learn more
    • Serena smart shades and blinds: You’ll need to select your fabric and measure your windows carefully. Learn more
  • Easily Install.
    We’ve got you covered every step of the way. Watch this quick overview of installation or see Lutron’s step-by-step installation videos on casetawireless.com/support and Serenashades.com.
  • Customize your app.
    Programming your smart lighting switches and shades is simple and intuitive. Also available are videos that walk you through the process.

Questions? We are here for you. Just call us Monday - Saturday at 1-855-573-7362.

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Movie time magic

Create your comfort zone.

Simply dim the lights and close the shades with your voice, the app, or a touch of the smart remote. No need to get off that cozy couch!

Room ideas: TV room, family room, basement

How to DIY

  • Choose your Lutron Fan Switch.
    See some of our most popular models below.
  • Have LEDs? Check compatibility.
    Check out our bulb compatibility tool to see which LED dimmer will work best with your existing bulbs, or which bulbs will work best with your new Lutron LED dimmer.
  • Install your Lutron Fan Switch.
    We’ve got you covered every step of the way. Watch this quick overview of installation or use our Lutron Wiring Wizard for step-by-step instructions.

Questions? We are here for you. Call us 24/7 1.888.576.8683 or visit Lutron Support Center online.

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Cool Control

Adding a ceiling fan? Ditch the pull chain.

Lutron fan switches put control at your fingertips and can be installed in as little as 15 minutes. Whether you have a fan-only or a fan/light combo, Lutron has a switch option for you.

Room ideas: family room, living room, bedroom, home office

Dimmer switches on the wall with a fan light in the background
Dimmer switches on the wall with a fan light in the background

How to DIY

  • Choose your Lutron Fan Switch.
    See some of our most popular models below.
  • Have LEDs? Check compatibility.
    Check out our bulb compatibility tool to see which LED dimmer will work best with your existing bulbs, or which bulbs will work best with your new Lutron LED dimmer.
  • Install your Lutron Fan Switch.
    We’ve got you covered every step of the way. Watch this quick overview of installation or use our Lutron Wiring Wizard for step-by-step instructions.

Questions? We are here for you. Call us 24/7 1.888.576.8683 or visit Lutron Support Center online.

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Cool Control

Adding a ceiling fan? Ditch the pull chain.

Lutron fan switches put control at your fingertips and can be installed in as little as 15 minutes. Whether you have a fan-only or a fan/light combo, Lutron has a switch option for you.

Room ideas: family room, living room, bedroom, home office

Popular Lutron In-Wall Controls

Sunnata Dimmer Switch

Sunnata LED+ dimmer

Next generation design and technology

Touch the light bar to dim

STCL-153PH-WH

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Maestro Sensor Switch

Maestro sensor switch

Switches lights on/off automatically

3x more reliable than competition

Saves energy

MS-OPS2H-WH

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Maestro Fan Control and Light Dimmer Switch

Maestro Fan Control and Light Dimmer

Provides the best dimming performance for dimmable LED bulbs and provides 4 quiet fan speeds for increased comfort.

MACL-LFQ-WH

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Lutron Smart Home Products

Caséta in-wall dimmer starter kit

Caséta in-wall dimmer starter kit

Simply say “Alexa, it’s movie time” to dim the lights and close the shades all without getting up.

P-BDG-PKG1W

Learn more
Caseta Lamp Dimming Smart Plug Kit

Caséta Lamp Dimming Smart Plug Kit

Complete smart lighting control for up to 4 plug-in lamps.

P-BDG-PKG2P

Learn more
Serena Honeycomb and Roller Shades

Serena Shades

Available in roller, honeycomb, and wood blind styles

Learn more

Popular Lutron In-Wall Controls

Sunnata Dimmer Switch

Sunnata LED+ dimmer

Next generation design and technology

Touch the light bar to dim

STCL-153PH-WH

Shop
Maestro Sensor Switch

Maestro sensor switch

Switches lights on/off automatically

3x more reliable than competition

Saves energy

MS-OPS2H-WH

Shop
Maestro Fan Control and Light Dimmer Switch

Maestro Fan Control and Light Dimmer

Provides the best dimming performance for dimmable LED bulbs and provides 4 quiet fan speeds for increased comfort.

MACL-LFQ-WH

Shop

Lutron Smart Home Products

Caséta in-wall dimmer starter kit

Caséta in-wall dimmer starter kit

Simply say “Alexa, it’s movie time” to dim the lights and close the shades all without getting up.

P-BDG-PKG1W

Learn more
Caseta Lamp Dimming Smart Plug Kit

Caséta Lamp Dimming Smart Plug Kit

Complete smart lighting control for up to 4 plug-in lamps.

P-BDG-PKG2P

Learn more
Serena Honeycomb and Roller Shades

Serena Shades

Available in roller, honeycomb, and wood blind styles

Learn more
Lutron sensors worked flawlessly and have worked for years.

- Patrick, Chicago, IL

Having sensors means one less thing I have to deal with.

- Stephen, Parkland, FL

I originally bought them for energy savings, but grew to love the convenience.
Now I want them in every room.

- Steven, Cape Canal, FL

Very easy to install, they work great, and I can adjust it for the settings I want.
I never knew how much we’d love having this.

- Sam, San Francisco, California

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Top FAQs

What rooms are good for dimmers?
How do I know which dimmer is right for my home?
How do I know which sensor is right for me?
What rooms are good for motion sensors?
How many bulbs can I control with a Caséta Wireless dimmer?
Can I install Caséta Wireless in-wall dimmers in locations that have two or more switches controlling one light – for example, the top and bottom of stairs or each end of a hallway?
How do Serena shades save energy?
What does “HomeKit-enabled” mean for Serena shades?
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