Our 1957 mid-century modern home makes use of some unusual push-button light switches in three different places.
The photo above shows the exhaust fan switch in our original pink ceramic tile bathroom and the photo below shows similar switches in the remodeled-in-1978 sunken bar. The third switch is in a lower-level utility closet.
Because these unique switches are in the sunken bar, I guess I am thinking they are products of the 70s (the little pick and purple flowers also might offer a clue).
Does anyone know anything about these unusual push-button light switches?
Hi,
I actually have those exact light switched in every room of my house. Its a 1961 MCM just outside of Memphis, TN. I am only the third owner and I can attest to the fact that the switches are original. They were made by Honeywell under the name "Tap-lite" and can still be found on ebay from time to time (I've had to replace a few:). If you ever decided to get rid of yours, please let me know as I would love to have them.
Frank
Posted by: Frank Steele | February 26, 2009 at 01:08 PM
Where do you find replacement switch plates for these unusual switches? I have several in my home and the plates are beyond repair.
Posted by: CL Nicholson | September 28, 2009 at 11:50 AM
I have some new old stock tap-lites listed on ebay right now under seller name "briggsnut".
Posted by: john smith | March 07, 2010 at 08:31 AM
I have those same light switches in my new home and they are original. Do they make covers for them?
Posted by: Blair Hennington | January 09, 2012 at 10:37 PM