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 Sunday, March 14, 2010
Tip of the Day Categories » Electrical and Lighting

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Super-Easy Dimmer Switch

In "The Honeymooners," Ralph Kramden always tried to impress his wife Alice with his wisdom and schemes -- usually with disastrous results. But he finally got things right when he and Norton decided to do something special for Alice and Trixie on Valentine's Day. With little cash to work with, they headed to the hardware store for inspiration. Steam iron? Vacuum cleaner? "Way too expensive," whined Norton. "Got it," said Ralph heading to the electrical aisle. "Got what?" asked Norton, close behind. Aisle 6 held the answer -- a tabletop dimmer switch. Ralph bought one. And so did Norton. Demonstrating the easy-to-install, just-plug-it-in features, they impressed the girls with how smart they were. No more expensive 3-way bulbs to buy. And bulbs dimmed 50 percent last 20 times longer and use 40 percent less electricity. Ain't that something?" That evening Ralph really did send Alice "to the moon" with soft lights and Valentine's-Day romance. She responded "baby you're the greatest." And that's the On The House tip for today.

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