Bates Magnetic Light Switch Guard, 2 Pack, Clear, Child Proof Cover, Lock, Wall Switch Guard

I recently replaced all of my ceiling fans in my house all of them went from two switches to one switch. Instead of going through the hassle of removing the old switch, I simply capped the wire in the ceiling fan. To prevent anyone from accidentally turning on the other switch, I bought these to cover them up. I absolutely love them because they are literally just two magnets hold them on, so I don’t need to remove a bunch of screws to cover up the switch. I also like the fact that they are clear, which does not distract from the aesthetic of the room. My daughter has special needs so sometimes when she smacks the light switch, she hits both of them by accident. This definitely helps prevent any accidental switching. It fits perfectly using the magnets. Installation is stupid easy as all you do is set it on the magnets. I don’t know how childproof this really is as it can come off with just a little bit of force. I DK that I would recommend these if you have small children and you are protecting outlets or switches.

we installed a floodlight camera recently in our driveway. it used an electrical connection that was previously used by our driveway lights so instead of replacing the light switch with a non switch, this option seemed enticing to prevent people from accidentally turning off floodlight camera. fits well and the magnets were perfect level of strength

Nice easy install

Purchased these items a couple of years ago, and i'm happy with them. Magnets are little weak but considering the circumstances that's to be expected. They stay in place, I might by accident knock them off a couple of times a year.

The Bates Magnetic Light Switch Guard is a decent solution if you’re looking for a simple, clear cover to keep switches from being flipped accidentally. The magnetic design is convenient and installation is effortless. That said, the magnets aren’t as strong as I expected. The guards were easily knocked off the outlet with light contact, which made them less reliable for consistent child-proofing. Overall, they work fine in low traffic areas, but they didn’t stay put as securely as I hoped.

One of the easiest things I've ever installed, place it on top of thy switch faceplate and that's it. They are good and the easiest thing to use. I wish the magnet part was stronger, but I suspect that it's not because the magnets aren't strong, but rather the screws it's sticking to are not flat head but rounded, and also have a Phillips head, so the surface it's trying to magnet to isn't in the slightest bit smooth. I think if I made an effort to replace the screws of the switch faceplate with flat ones, it probably would stick better.

Very impressed with the product. Well made, simple and effective design to protect decora switches from accidental activations. Magnets are strong and fit is perfect. I used my two on a single and double switch plate. I will order again. I should clarify this is not a childproof cover. It is designed to prevent accidental activations and that is does very well.

I took this product out of the packaging and placed it against the switch, and it just clicked into place! Love it! Exactly what I was looking for!

Very happy with this purchase. The cover is clear, so not at all obvious, but deters people from accidentally turning off a switch that should be left on for automations etc. Note that I would not consider this a child-proofing product. It it is held only by magnets to the screws of the switch plate, and easily removed. Also of note: I was concerned about fit when I saw that the measurement of the body of the plate was 4.2", apparently leaving the magnets way out of range of the screws on my standard switch plate. I decided to try it anyway, and it fits perfectly. The length measurement should be amended to include the full length of the item, including the screws.

It does the job. Clear plastic seems of decent quality. Magnets attach easily to switch plate. Mine has three switches and I want one of them on all the time, so it makes it easy/obvious that guests won't accidentally switch off the wrong one. Definitely not child proof (can easily be removed) unless maybe you tape it down or something, but good for what I wanted it to do.

Bought these for two switches that control outdoor Hue bulbs that need constant power. This is a bigger deal for multi-gang switch boxes where it's easy to forget which switch does what. The clear plastic is attractive and almost disappears on the wall. The only downside, is it's easy to accidentally knock them off the wall, ie. if cleaning. The magnets work fine, but the screws they sit on are too small to get a firm grip. Overall these are a good deal and do the job just fine.

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The magnet was so weak. Did nothing to prevent my son from taking it off to access the light switch