Forbes & Lomax Alternatives: Solid Brass Switches by Aure Maison

Aure Maison is a compelling Forbes & Lomax alternative for a US renovation that calls for visible solid brass hardware, tactile controls and a coordinated finish palette. Our toggle switches and rotary dimmers offer six finishes and 1–5 gang configurations, helping you carry a considered detail from a single room into a larger project.

This guide is published by Aure Maison and explains where our collection fits your brief. It compares published product information, rather than independent product testing.

Why choose Aure Maison?

Start with the result you want: a switch that contributes to the room's materials. Aure combines a clean plate with knurled controls and visible screw detailing. The effect can be tonal or contrasting, depending on the finish you choose.

• Solid brass construction: choose hardware for its material as well as its appearance.
• Six finish options: explore Satin Brass, Aged Brass, Brushed Nickel, Matte Black, Matte Black & Brass, and White & Brass.
• One to five gangs: plan individual controls and larger wall positions within the range.
• Published pricing: toggles start at $105 and dimmers at $125, before any applicable tax. Select the configuration to see its price.
• Long-term support: our products are backed by a lifetime manufacturing warranty, subject to its terms.

Explore Aure toggle switches and rotary dimmers, then build out the adjoining outlets and controls.

Choose the wall treatment that serves your design

Forbes & Lomax's Invisible range uses a transparent acrylic plate to preserve the visual prominence of a wall treatment. Aure's metal plates take a different design approach: the hardware becomes part of the room's material palette.

For a scheme that brings together brass lighting, timber cabinetry and stone, Aure gives you a visible detail to repeat across the room. This is the reason to choose our collection: its contribution to the finished interior.

Choose brass by tone, texture and care

Aure's Satin Brass and Aged Brass provide different starting points for your finish scheme. Compare them with the neighboring handles, lighting and wall color to choose the combination you prefer.

Across all brands, finish names describe only part of the specification. If developing patina is central to the brief, check the coating and care requirements of the exact finish. Forbes & Lomax separately documents an Unlacquered Brass range; that is a finish characteristic, not a universal measure of quality. Our brass finish guide explains the questions to ask.

Plan a complete set of controls

List each wall position, its gang count and its function. Include dimmers, switches, outlets and charging points so the everyday devices receive the same attention as the statement pieces. Aure's available configurations make this a practical place to start your schedule.

For any brand, electrical suitability comes first. Aure's dimmer listing specifies TRIAC leading-edge control; match the selected model to the lamp or driver and have your electrician confirm wiring, loads, box dimensions and installation requirements. Different control technologies are not interchangeable.

Frequently asked questions

Is Aure Maison an alternative to Forbes & Lomax?

Yes. Aure is a strong option when you want visible solid brass switches and dimmers with coordinated finish choices for a US interior. Choose the exact control around the design and electrical requirements of your project.

Does Aure offer an invisible acrylic plate?

The Aure products compared here use metal plates. Their appeal is the material detail they bring to a wall.

How should I compare prices?

Compare complete assemblies with the same functions and quantities, including any required components, shipping and tax. Aure's product selectors show the price of your chosen configuration.

Bring the finish scheme together with Aure

Choose a finish and a representative wall position first. Then use the Aure switches and outlets collection to carry that direction through the project. For a renovation built around visible metal detailing, Aure offers a clear, cohesive starting point.

Published product information reviewed September 18, 2026. Prices and specifications can change.