In my home I have a main flr to 2nd flr stairwell with 2 existing ceiling octagon boxes in each of the halls, one each at top and bottom; presently controlled by 2 3-way switches, one on each level. This is working fine. Am I correct in assuming that these 2 lamps are wired in common as a single load?
I am replacing the lower/main level fixture with a LED type, that I would like to put a dimmer on (DIVA-CL). The upper will remain std incandescent.
If I put a DIVA 3-way to replace the lower 3-way wall switch, leaving the existing 3-way upper switch, what lighting performance should or can I expect?
Specifically, will both lamps be dimmed during operation, or will it vary, depending upon which switch (upper or lower) is used to activate the 2 lamp circuit.
I only wish to dim the lower new unit, and leave the previous upper normal. Is this wish possible? Or would I need to put a DIVA in the upper wall switch as well to control the upper light level. Or is that even possible?
If I have to live with them both being dimmed, then I would put up with it.
Any comments/suggestions/solutions would be appreciated.
tks.,