Installing X-10 Controls For Lighting

I have a single light switch that controls 10 – F40T12 drop in 4 bulb fluorescent light fixtures.

Can I Use a Wireless Remote Switch to Control My Lights?
Background: Michael, a Homeowner from Drumright, OK.
Question: I have a single light switch that controls 10 – F40T12 drop in 4 bulb fluorescent light fixtures that, due to a large piece of furniture placed in front of the switch, I cannot easily access it anymore.

I am wanting to install a wireless remote toggle switch to control these lights.
I want on or off only, no dimmer needed, but would like to control them from 2 separate locations, front & back (3-way?).
I have looked on the web, but am overwhelmed with different products & am not sure what I need. Any advise or direction would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you very much.

Additional Comments: Looks great! Hope it works!

Dave’s Reply:
Application: Installing Controls For Lighting.
Skill Level: Beginner to Intermediate – best performed by a Licensed Electrician.
Tools Required: Basic Electricians Pouch Hand Tools and a Voltage Tester.
Estimated Time: Depends on personal level experience, ability to work with tools.
Precaution: Identify the circuit, turn it OFF and Tag it with a Note before working with the wiring.
Notice: Installing additional electrical wiring should be done according to local and national electrical codes with a permit and be inspected.

Thanks for your electrical question Michael.
Installing Smart Switches or Home Automation

I have instructed Michael to consider installing Smart Switches or Home Automation devices for this application.
Specifically a addressable Control Module for the light fixtures and two 3-way addressable switches, one slave and one master.

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Please Note:
Unless otherwise posted, please refer to the following Guidelines when working on Electrical Projects:

Skill Level:
Intermediate to Advanced - Electrical Repairs and Circuit Wiring is Best Performed by a Certified Electrician or Licensed Electrical Contractor.

Electrical Tools Required:
Basic Electricians Pouch of Hand Tools, a Voltage Tester and a Multi Meter.

Estimated Time:
Depends on personal level experience, ability to work with tools, work with electrical wiring, and the available access to the project area.

Precaution:
Identify the project circuit, turn it OFF and Tag it with a Note before working with the wiring.

Important:
Modifying existing electrical circuits or installing additional electrical wiring should be done according to local and National Electrical Codes, with a permit and be inspected.