Toggle Switches by Forbes & Lomax

Forbes & Lomax's Toggle Switches, available in 3-way and 4-way versions. Mix and match the Toggle Switches with Rotary Dimmers and push buttons on the same plate to create a personalized and versatile switch setup.

Metal plate toggle switch by Forbes & Lomax.

Forbes & Lomax invisible plate with a toggle switch on wallpaper.

Sage Forbes & Lomax painted switch plate with two brass toggles.

Aged brass Forbes & Lomax plate with a single toggle switch.

Forbes & Lomax invisible plate with two toggle switches on wallpaper.

Pale blue Forbes & Lomax painted switch plate with four toggle switches.

Forbes & Lomax finish chart showing stainless steel, nickel silver, antique bronze, unlacquered brass, aged brass, brushed brass and invisible options.

Forbes & Lomax metal plate toggle switch, angled view.

Forbes & Lomax toggle switch detail on a metal plate.

Forbes & Lomax multi gang toggle switch plate.

Forbes & Lomax toggle switch plate in an alternate finish.

Invisible plate toggle switch by Forbes & Lomax on a clear acrylic plate.

Forbes & Lomax invisible plate toggle switch against patterned wallpaper.

Forbes & Lomax invisible plate toggle switch on a papered wall.

Sage Forbes & Lomax painted switch plate with two brass toggles, angled view.

Taupe Forbes & Lomax painted switch plate with a brass toggle.

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The Toggle Switch by Forbes & Lomax is a line-voltage toggle switch based on the elegant nickel and brass switches of the 1930s. Toggle switches can be mixed with rotary dimmers, push buttons and outlets on the same plate.

Established in 1987, Forbes & Lomax is a UK-based heritage electrical brand recognized by architects and designers for refined switch and outlet design.

Can I order online? Yes, if you know the plate type, the gang count, how many switching positions are on the circuit, and the plate is 4 gang or under.
What should I confirm? Junction box depth and how many circuits run to the location. Your electrician will know both.
Does the Painted or Invisible plate need finishing? Yes. The Painted plate is painted and the Invisible inner plate is papered or painted, both before the electrician fits them. Allow for it in the schedule.
When should I request a custom quote? 5 gang or more, mixed plates, low voltage dry contact toggles for home automation, or anything you are unsure about should be confirmed by our sales team in order to ensure compliance and compatibility. Please reach out to us at contact@cassonhardware.com.
Can I install it myself? No. Line voltage, licensed electrician only.

Full specifications and installation requirements are below.

The switch mechanism is identical across all three plates. What differs is how the plate meets the wall, which finishes are offered, and what has to happen on site before the electrician fits it.

Plate	What it is	Site work before fitting	Best for
Metal	Solid metal, hand finished. Plate and toggle share the same finish	None	Rooms where the plate is meant to be seen
Invisible	Clear acrylic top plate with bevelled edges over a primed inner plate, no visible screws	Inner plate papered or painted	Wallpaper, lime wash and paint you do not want interrupted
Painted	Etch-primed plate, painted on site. Toggle in your chosen finish	Plate painted and dried	Walls where the switch should disappear into the colour

Metal

Construction: solid metal, finished by hand. Plate and toggle are supplied in the same finish.
Site work: none. Fitted as supplied.
Finishes: the full range. Aged Brass is the one exception, and applies to the plate only.

Invisible

Top plate: transparent acrylic with bevelled edges, secured without visible fixing screws.
Inner plate: primed aluminium, supplied ready to be papered or painted. Each unit ships with both plates.
Wallpaper: the inner plate can be used as a template to cut a piece to fit.
Over stone or tile: the inner plate can be faux painted to match the surrounding surface.
Sequence: the inner plate is decorated as part of the wall finish, before the top plate goes on. Allow for it in the schedule rather than at handover.
Finishes: applied to the toggle and screws only. Aged Brass is not offered.

Painted

Construction: etch-primed metal, supplied unpainted. The plate itself carries no metal finish.
Method: lay the plate flat and apply two to three coats with a small roller. Rolling, hand-painting and spraying each give a different look.
Top coat: a clear matte varnish can be applied to protect against marks.
Glaze paint: undercoat the plate in the same colour as the walls.
Sequence: paint the plate separately and let it dry completely before fitting. Screw heads can be painted to match and touched in afterwards.
Finishes: applied to the toggle only. Aged Brass is not offered.

Plate heights, widths and thicknesses are listed under Specifications below.

Model	Rating	Availability
3-way	15 A. Also works as single pole	Order online
4-way	15 A	Order online

Supply: line voltage, for conventionally wired installations.
3-way: covers most installations. It works as either single pole or 3-way, so it suits both a single switching position and two.
4-way: needed only for a third switching position on the same circuit.
Dimmed circuits: only one position on a circuit can dim. Where a light is dimmed from one place and switched from another, every remaining position must be a non-dimming toggle.

Low Voltage Toggles

Forbes & Lomax also make dry contact toggles for Class 2 circuits, in 2-position momentary, 3-position momentary and 3-position latching. They carry no line voltage and send a signal to a home automation controller rather than switching the load directly. They work only with systems such as Lutron Homeworks, Crestron, Savant, Vantage and Control 4.

These are specified and quoted by Forbes & Lomax directly rather than ordered from us, as the configuration depends on the control system. Contact us and we will put you in touch. Instruction sheets are in Product Downloads below.

Electrician: must be installed by a licensed electrician, in accordance with appropriate electrical codes and regulations.
Junction box depth: recessed at least 1/8" below the finished wall surface. Refer to the Junction Box Assembly Diagram below. Check existing boxes before ordering.
Plate finishing: Painted and Invisible plates are decorated before the electrician fits them. Refer to Plate Overview above.
Areas of application: light-duty commercial, residential.

Plates of 5 gang or more, mixed device plates, and low voltage dry contact toggles are quoted by our sales team. Send the following to contact@cassonhardware.com and we will price it against your schedule.

Plate type: Metal, Invisible or Painted
Model and gang count for each position
Number of switching positions on each circuit
Whether the plate combines switches with dimmers, push buttons or outlets
Fittings finish
Junction box depth on site

Plate Sizes

All plates are 4.53" (115 mm) high. Metal and Painted plates are 1.8 mm thick. The Invisible plate is a 3 mm acrylic top plate over a 1 mm primed inner plate.

Gang	Plate Width	Availability
1 Gang	2.76" (70 mm)	Order online
2 Gang	4.53" (115 mm)	Order online
3 Gang	6.38" (162 mm)	Order online
4 Gang	8.27" (210 mm)	Order online
5 Gang	10.08"	Made to order
6 Gang	11.89"	Made to order
7 Gang	13.70"	Made to order
8 Gang	15.51"	Made to order

Toggles, rotary dimmers, push buttons and outlets can be mixed on the same plate. Multi-gang plates are supplied to accommodate as many devices as required. Contact us with your device schedule for a quote.

Device Dimensions

Toggle: Ø 0.79" (20 mm). One toggle fits per gang of a standard junction box.

Fittings finish availability differs by plate. On the Metal plate the finish applies to the plate and toggle together; on Invisible and Painted it applies to the fittings only.

Finish	Metal	Invisible	Painted
Unlacquered Polished Brass	Yes	Yes	Yes
Aged Brass	Plate only	Not offered	Not offered
Nickel Silver	Yes	Yes	Yes
Brushed Stainless Steel	Yes	Yes	Yes
Antique Bronze	Yes	Yes	Yes
Lacquered Brushed Brass	Yes	Yes	Yes
Matte Brass	Yes	Yes	Yes

Aged Brass: a plate finish only. Forbes & Lomax do not make Aged Brass mechanisms, so the toggle and screws are supplied unlacquered brass and patina alongside the plate rather than matching on arrival.
Living finishes: Unlacquered Polished Brass and Aged Brass darken and develop a patina with handling and exposure. This is intended and not a defect, and variation between pieces is normal.
Lacquered finishes: Nickel Silver, Brushed Stainless Steel, Antique Bronze, Lacquered Brushed Brass and Matte Brass hold a consistent colour and will not change.
Matte Brass: carries a baked lacquer coating that resists fingerprints.
Care: wipe clean with a dry, non-abrasive microfiber cloth. Avoid chemical or alcohol-based cleaners.

Toggle switches: conform to UL 20, certified to CSA C22.2 No. 111.

Review and ensure all certifications are applicable for your local code.

Product Sheets

Installation & Assembly

Low Voltage & Home Automation

Plates & Finishes

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Installation Notes

Pre-drilling or pre-milling for hardware components is not recommended until all items are received and measured.

There may be slight variations that could affect the installation of your hardware as many pieces are hand finished / fabricated.

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Forbes & Lomax

Quiet control, precisely made.

Forbes & Lomax approaches electrical hardware with a focus on material clarity and restraint. Rooted in British design, the collection balances heritage craft with contemporary application, where brass, stainless steel, and glass are used for their inherent qualities.

Signature glass plates allow switches and outlets to visually recede, carrying through wall finishes with minimal interruption. Where the plate is expressed, it is resolved with equal precision, with clean lines, controlled proportions, and a considered finish palette. Solid metals are left unlacquered, allowing surfaces to oxidize and develop a natural patina over time.

Across toggles, dimmers, and power, each mechanism is defined by a quiet, articulated movement that emphasizes touch as part of the experience. The system is designed to integrate into refined interiors, supporting both traditional and contemporary contexts with consistency and restraint.

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Principles

Architectural Integration: Plates recess into or pass through the wall plane. Every detail resolves flush so the interior finish carries uninterrupted.
Handwork and Origin: Each fitting assembled by hand in Britain in unlacquered solid metal — brass, bronze, nickel silver — hallmarked and traceable to the workshop.
Living Patina: Finishes are not sealed. They oxidize with age, matching the space they live in. The surface is not an end state; it is a continuing one.
System Versatility: Switches, outlets, dimmers, and plates share one material language and one tolerance standard. Specifications propagate across the range; substitutions stay consistent.