I recently embarked on a project to integrate my Hue lights with Fibaro dimmers in my new home, and I thought I’d share my journey and tips for anyone looking to do the same. 
Initially, I was a bit overwhelmed. I had heard that combining Hue bulbs with Fibaro dimmers could be tricky, but I was determined to make it work. After some research and a few trial runs, here’s what I discovered:
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Understanding the Setup: I installed Fibaro dimmers behind all my wall switches. For single switches, it was straightforward—just one dimmer and a pulse switch. The challenge came with dual switches. I found that using separate Fibaro dimmers for each switch worked perfectly. One handles my dumb lights, and the other controls my Hue bulbs.
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Physical Switches: I learned that while the Fibaro dimmers allow for pulse functionality, the Hue bulbs need a different approach. I set up dedicated on/off switches for them, which means if a switch is turned off, I can’t control the light via my smartphone. But honestly, it’s a small trade-off for the convenience of having both systems integrated.
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Combining Systems: The key was ensuring that the Hue bulbs and Fibaro dimmers communicated seamlessly. I grouped all my Hue bulbs together and assigned them to specific switches. It took some tweaking, but now everything works like clockwork!
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Tips for Others: If you’re planning a similar setup, I recommend starting small. Test one switch at a time and gradually expand. Also, don’t hesitate to reach out to forums like this one for advice. The community is invaluable!
Overall, the process was a bit challenging, but the result is a smart home setup that I’m incredibly proud of. It’s all about finding the right balance between different systems and making them work together. If you’re considering integrating Hue and Fibaro, go for it—you won’t regret it! 