Brolite Bakelite
Product Code: ELDO6002
Bakelite Light Switch - 2 Way
Product Code: ELDO6002 £17.90 ea (inc VAT)
In our opinion, this two-way period style light switch is the closest you will get to the original Bakelite one. It is rated at 6 amps and is a "2 way" which means that it suits 2 way as well as 1 way.
(2 way switching is where 2 switches operate the light(s) and 1 way has just the one switch operating the light(s).
In addition, this authentic looking switch has a nice feel to the switching action.
The wiring terminals are made from brass and the contacts are made from Phosphor Bronze.
We recommend using a wooden pattress with this switch unless fitted to wood panelling or similar.
Measurements:
Diameter: 51mm approximately
(2 way switching is where 2 switches operate the light(s) and 1 way has just the one switch operating the light(s).
In addition, this authentic looking switch has a nice feel to the switching action.
The wiring terminals are made from brass and the contacts are made from Phosphor Bronze.
We recommend using a wooden pattress with this switch unless fitted to wood panelling or similar.
Measurements:
Diameter: 51mm approximately
Our live stock figures show that we currently have 10+ in stock. If you would like to order more than the current in stock quantity then the expected lead time for this product is Up To 6 Weeks.
If you are a retail customer in the UK then when we send you your Goods you will also receive a delivery/returns note (as well as your receipt). Full instructions on how to return the Goods to us are on the delivery/returns note. You have 14 days from date of receipt to return Goods to us and do not have to give a reason for doing so. You will have to pay for the return of the Goods. If the entire order is being returned, your refund will include the cost of the original delivery. You can either organize the return yourself (getting proof of postage) or (mainland UK only) we can arrange a collection via our courier. Courier collections arranged by us are charged at £15 per parcel if less than 1.5m in length, or £37 for parcels over 1.5m in length (eg curtain poles).
If you are NOT a retail customer or you are outside of the UK then you will not be able to return goods to us unless they are faulty.
If you receive damaged or faulty Goods then you should contact us to arrange the return within 48 hours of your receipt of the Goods. If we confirm when the Goods arrive back with us that they are damaged or faulty, then you will not be liable for the cost of returning the Goods. You will be offered a replacement or refund.
We regret that we cannot accept returns for Special Order items (unless damaged or faulty). A Special Order item would typically be any item that is not in stock.
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Average rating:
Light switches
Reviewed by Eliot L. on 12th Mar 2025
Hello,
The six switches arrived safely. Thank you.
They look nice but be careful as they can chip easily. Four of them operating a single light work as they should. Two others which operate two hall lights and are meant to be two way do not work correctly. An electrician spent well over an hour trying to get both to work as they should but eventually gave up. One of the switches will switch the lights on and off whilst the other switch, if in one of the positions, stops he first one from working at all. This means that we are unable to use this second switch and it is now merely decorative.
This is somewhat annoying as the modern switches that these replaced did work on a two way basis, so we know that the wiring is correct.
Best Wishes,
Eliot
Mrs Carole G
Reviewed by Carole G. on 25th May 2024
Brilliant! Easy to fit, works perfectly and looks great!
Fantastic looks great
Reviewed by Maxine G. on 15th Apr 2024
These electicals look absolutely fantastic and add an air of authenticity
Excellent quality and price
Reviewed by Stephanie H. on 12th Apr 2024
Used these to keep the 1920s look of the light switches in a Georgian house. Perfect for the job and with a good feel to the mechanism.
Nice switch
Reviewed by Gary S. on 6th Apr 2024
Much better quality and safer than the rubbish on amazon.
Exquisite toggle switch.
Reviewed by Rudi D. on 28th Jun 2023
Beautiful product, great value, hard to find anywhere else.
Perfect
Reviewed by Caroline R. on 24th Apr 2023
The switch looks good in my Victorian house. Added a little wooden back plate and the servant’s call switch looks like it’s been there forever. Very pleased. Would definitely use this company again.
Broughtons UNBELIEVABLE CUSTOMER SERVICE!!!! WELL DONE
Reviewed by Norman R. on 22nd Mar 2023
I purchased 27 of the 2 way bakelite switches in 2019 for my 15th century house which required a complete restoration. The switches were finally fitted in 2021 but I have recently been experiencing problems with 9 of them. I called Broughtons at 14.30 on 21st March 2023 and received an email 10 minutes later informing me that they were sending replacements. These were received at 13.00 today 22nd March 2023 together with a free postage label for the returns! UNBELEIVABLE CUSTOMER SERVICE - MANY THANKS
It’s what I wanted
Reviewed by Kemble L. on 1st Mar 2023
My Dads house is over 100 years old and has lots of old style switches. I needed a 2 way one to sit with a bank of 3 round switches. It’s what I wanted. I only giving 4 from 5 due to waiting almost 3 months to receive.
Great Service
Reviewed by Rick J. on 5th Sep 2022
I live in the USA, but had been to Broughtons while living for a short time in England. I purchased one item from the USA and one from Broughtons, but my order from Broughtons arrived quicker than from the one bought here in the states! Before purchasing the switches, I had several questions which were quickly answered via email. Thanks for the great service.
Perfect
Reviewed by Nick C. on 14th Jul 2022
The switches were just what we were looking for. Good quality, a great product.
2 way Bakelite style switch
Reviewed by Pete S. on 13th Jun 2022
This is a very good quality switch. Arrived in a couple of days and very well packaged. Installation was no problem. Thank you.
Review
Reviewed by Julie C. on 24th Nov 2021
Brilliant service from the company could not fault
Found quality of product very poor unfortunately
Cracked very easily
But like say the company i would give 5 star
EXCELLENT
Reviewed by Martin C. on 6th Aug 2021
As other reviewers have said, the product is just the job. However, I also wanted to review the customer service from Broughtons. I phoned with a query and their team went the extra mile to answer it in full - even photocopying the manual and sending that over. The goods arrived very quickly and were well packed. 10 out of 10 all round
Just the Job
Reviewed by David H. on 12th Jan 2021
I wanted a Bakelite style switch for a room I was restyling. This was just the job. There were some issues with casing but Broughtons replaced it very quickly. Wiring was straightforward and the switch is now in place working. Long may it continue.
Excellent
Reviewed by Alex L. on 18th Dec 2020
I bought four of these switches to replace old switches as part of a rewire on an historic property. These switches are a perfect replacement of the original Crabtree switches. There was an issue with one switch but Broughton’s handling of the fault and their subsequent quick replacement with no quibble was excellent customer service and its customer service that I find just as important as a good quality product.
Lovely product
Reviewed by Diane C. on 17th Dec 2020
Bought 2 of theses switches for a large log cabin that we have just bought. We wanted to keep it nice and rustic looking inside and these were the ideal choice. Look so much better than modern day switches would do. A little bit pricey for what they are , but if it's what you want you have to pay the price, but genuinely happy with them.
Bakelite 2 way switch
Reviewed by Caroline W. on 27th Dec 2019
Broughtons were helpful over the phone with advice of what I had to order so that I was able to feel reassured that I had the write switch. Delivery was swift and I’m very pleased wit the product which replaced old Bakelite switches all over the house. They look like they have always been there.
Bakelite 2 way switch
Reviewed by Mark M. on 13th Feb 2019
good solid light switches making my hallway look the part would strongly recommend these at this price
Ideal.
Reviewed by Mary M. on 6th Dec 2017
Perfect replacement for very old warn out switch. had to mount the switch upside down to suit the wiring in the property.
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