{"id":1439,"date":"2018-01-18T16:14:02","date_gmt":"2018-01-19T00:14:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lampsplus.com\/ideas-and-advice\/?p=1439"},"modified":"2018-04-17T13:16:11","modified_gmt":"2018-04-17T20:16:11","slug":"all-about-doorbells-and-chimes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lampsplus.com\/ideas-and-advice\/all-about-doorbells-and-chimes\/","title":{"rendered":"All About Doorbells and Chimes"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Ding Dong!\u00a0It&#8217;s the sound that announces the arrival of guests, joyfully alerting you to the presence of friends and family. Or, maybe it&#8217;s just the UPS guy. Either way, the doorbell is an indispensable part of the modern home.<\/p>\n<p>Before electricity, door knockers were standard equipment for notifying residents someone had arrived. Electric doorbells are now installed at nearly every home and apartment. Along with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lampsplus.com\/outdoor\/\">decorative outdoor lighting<\/a>, they are often chosen for how they coordinate with the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lampsplus.com\/home-decor\/\">home decor<\/a>.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1443\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1443\" style=\"width: 550px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1443 size-full\" title=\"A selection of doorbells in a variety of styles.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lampsplus.com\/ideas-and-advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/Door-bells-and-chimes-guide.jpg\" alt=\"Learn about doorbells and chimes.\" width=\"550\" height=\"460\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lampsplus.com\/ideas-and-advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/Door-bells-and-chimes-guide.jpg 550w, https:\/\/www.lampsplus.com\/ideas-and-advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/Door-bells-and-chimes-guide-300x251.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1443\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Learn all about doorbells and door chimes with this guide.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2>Wired vs. Wireless<\/h2>\n<p>Doorbell systems fall into two major categories: wired doorbells and wireless doorbells. Wired doorbell buttons are physically connected to the chime unit. Wireless systems connect via a radio signal.<\/p>\n<p>Wired doorbells are designed after a simple electrical circuit. The system starts with a doorbell transformer which steps down standard home voltage to a lower voltage such as 10v or 12v. The doorbell button is wired to the transformer which, in turn, connects to a chime unit. When the button is pushed, the circuit is completed, and an electric current brings the chimes to life.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1442\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1442\" style=\"width: 171px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1442 size-full\" title=\"An oak wood door chime design.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lampsplus.com\/ideas-and-advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/Chime-Design.jpg\" alt=\"An oak wood door chime.\" width=\"171\" height=\"225\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1442\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">An oak door chime. Chimes can be practical as well as stylish.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Variations on this simple system include the addition of a second button which may be used for a back door. This second button is wired separately from the transformer to the chime so that a different sound may be played. Two-button doorbell systems let you know which door your visitor has approached.<\/p>\n<p>Hardwired doorbell builder kits, or contractor kits, are sold with all the pieces needed for installation. Although the setup is not complicated, you will need to run wires from external doors to the transformer and then to the chime.<\/p>\n<p>If you are installing a new doorbell where wiring does not exist, a wireless system may be a good choice. In this case, you only need to mount the button or buttons and the chime unit. No wires to run!<\/p>\n<h2>Features of Doorbells and Chimes<\/h2>\n<p>Simple features distinguish the different kinds of doorbells that are available. First of all, you&#8217;ll have many styles of buttons and chime units to choose from. Also, some push-buttons are lit making it easier to find the button in the dark. Next, determine if you need a system with two buttons or only one. Finally, you&#8217;ll get to choose the sounds your chime unit makes when rung.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1446\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1446\" style=\"width: 76px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1446 size-full\" title=\"A decorative doorbell in antique bronze.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lampsplus.com\/ideas-and-advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/Decorative-Antique-Brass-Doorbell.jpg\" alt=\"An antique brass doorbell design.\" width=\"76\" height=\"225\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1446\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">A\u00a0 decorative\u00a0 antique brass doorbell.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Many chimes play two simple notes: ding dong! Some others, however, treat you to a more elaborate song. The most recognizable tune for doorbells is called Westminster Quarters. This tune originated in Cambridge, England, in the late 1700s.<\/p>\n<p>It wasn&#8217;t until this tune was adopted by the clock tower at the Palace of Westminster in London that it became famous. Every quarter hour, the tune rings out. At the top of the hour it&#8217;s punctuated &#8212; once for each hour &#8212; by the giant main bell called Big Ben.<\/p>\n<h2>Related Ideas and Advice Articles<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lampsplus.com\/ideas-and-advice\/quick-guide-choosing-the-right-sized-exterior-lighting\/\">Quick Guide: Choosing the Right Sized Exterior Lighting<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lampsplus.com\/ideas-and-advice\/outdoor-party-basics\/\">Outdoor Party Basics<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lampsplus.com\/ideas-and-advice\/outdoor-lighting-amp-curb-appeal\/\">Outdoor Lighting and Curb Appeal<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lampsplus.com\/ideas-and-advice\/a-guide-to-dark-sky-outdoor-lighting\/\">A Guide to Dark Sky Lighting \u2013 6 Quick Tips<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lampsplus.com\/ideas-and-advice\/how-to-install-your-low-voltage-lighting-in-3-easy-steps\/\">3 Must-Haves for Installing Low Voltage Landscape Lighting<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Ding Dong!\u00a0It&#8217;s the sound that announces the arrival of guests, joyfully alerting you to the presence of friends and family. Or, maybe it&#8217;s just the UPS guy. Either way, the doorbell is an indispensable part of the modern home. Before&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":5,"featured_media":1443,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[22],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-1439","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-furniture-and-home-decor"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v28.3 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>All About Doorbells and Chimes - Ideas &amp; Advice | Lamps Plus<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Doorbell systems fall into two major categories: wired doorbells and wireless doorbells. Wired doorbell buttons are physically connected to the chime unit. 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