Description
Looking for a Wired Doorbell that’s a Little Louder than the rest? Consider the CL-DW & CL-W by Craftmade
The Craftmade CL-DW & CL-W wired doorbell is loud enough to let you know when you have a visitor, and it comes with a cabinet cover that’s stylish and decorative. With a white or off-white finish and two notes beautiful notes for the front door and a single note for a secondary door, this doorbell will add a stylish vibe to any home.

This is a loud doorbell, in fact, the loudest, made by Craftmade- 80 decibels. This two-note wired doorbell is great for larger homes. Available in a white (CL-W) and a “designer” white finish (CL-DW), these wired doorbells feature an ABS plastic cabinet cover and play a two-note chime sound for the front door and a single-note chime for the back door.
The white designer model, the CL-DW, is an off-white color, while the white model, the CL-W, is a bright white. Mechanically, both models are the same. The units require a 16V wired doorbell transformer; both play a 2-note tune for 1 door and a single note for a secondary door.
Tired of missing visitors because your doorbell is not loud enough? The Craftmade CL-DW wired doorbell is here to the rescue! This stylish and modern doorbell boasts an impressive 80 decibels of sound, making it the loudest doorbell offered by Craftmade – perfect for large homes or those with hearing difficulties.
Here’s why the CL doorbell is the perfect choice for your home:
- Crystal-clear chimes: Hear your visitors loud and clear with the CL-DW’s distinct two-note chime for the front door and single-note chime for the back door.
- Modern and stylish design: Available in both classic white (CL-W) and a sleek “designer white” (CL-DW), the CL-DW complements any home’s exterior.
- Easy installation: Works with most standard doorbell wiring, making it a breeze to upgrade your current system.
- Durable construction: Built with a sturdy ABS plastic cabinet cover, the CL doorbell is built to last.
Hear the CL-DW and CL-W Wired Doorbell by CraftMade
CL-DW & CL-W by Craftmade Features
- Two models to choose from CL-DW is the Designer White Finish, and the CL-W is a bright white finish
- Requires 16V transformer
- Wired doorbell
- Actual product dimensions are:
- Height: 7.875″
- Width: 7.875″
- Depth: 2.5″
- Manufacturer’s 1-year product warranty
- Manufactured by Craftmade
Need to Hear the Chime in different rooms? Consider a Doorbell Extender
If you already have a wired doorbell system and have trouble hearing it in certain parts of your home, consider the ERA-EXKIT by Safeguard Supply (sold separately). This kit adds a small wireless transmitter to your existing wired doorbell and includes a small plugin receiver. When a visitor pushes the button outside your home, the doorbell rings as usual, and at the same time, the plugin receiver plays a selected melody (and can even flash, too!)
With volume control and an optional strobe light setting, you can add one, two, or more plugin receivers throughout your home to ensure you never miss a visitor or delivery again. With a wireless range of up to 4,000 ft., we guarantee this product will work in your home.
Benefits of the ERA-EXKIT:
- Wireless convenience: Add receivers throughout your home for maximum coverage, with a range of up to 4,000 feet.
- Volume control and strobe light: Adjust the volume to your preference and add a flashing strobe light for extra notification.
- Works with your existing doorbell: No need to replace your current system – the ERA-EXKIT seamlessly integrates with it.
Investing in a loud doorbell and doorbell extender like the CL-DW and ERA-EXKIT brings peace of mind, knowing you’ll never miss a visitor again. Order today and enjoy the convenience of hearing your doorbell from anywhere in your home!











Ursi Chappelle –
I don’t know yet.
marylou chayes –
This doorbell is just what I needed. Perfect! Loud!
Joshua –
Ordered the extra load version and works well but not that much louder than the original.
Bruce Mount –
We needed a very loud doorbell and this meets our needs, and looks good, also.
Sheri Guthrie –
I am looking for a louder doorbell chime for our office. Do you know decibel measurement for this chime?
1800Doorbell –
Wired chimes do not have individual decibel ratings but all of them range between 40-60 decibels. This is the loudest wired chime that we carry.
Donna –
What is the decibel level of the doorbell ring?
Pernickety –
This doorbell is exactly what I needed and exactly as described. I can hear it loud and clear from every room in the house which is great considering my hearing is not what it used to be. Thanks for an excellent product!
Kris –
Do you have a db rating on this unit? I am looking for something that will operate in a 75db background noise area.
Michael Wiener –
CL-DW-SERIES Craftmade Very Loud 2 Note Wired Doorbell 2 Colors
Richard W Graves Jr –
This is the loudest doorbell ever. We live in a three story brick home and we can hear this doorbell anywhere in the house. And, it looks good. The doorbell arrived promptly and installed easily. We are very satisfied.
Upstate NY –
This doorbell is louder than a standard doorbell but not what I would classify as VERY loud or worth an additional $46 over a standard doorbell. Then again I am hearing impaired. Doorbell does function well and was easy to install using my existing wireing.
Chris Mellor –
*Edited* Lives up to its name, for sure, when coupled with the wireless extender unit. I’ve installed two of these kits so far for my hard of hearing elderly customers and the result has been wonderful. They are very happy they can hear their doorbells now!
Amy Hersman –
Can i use this product with a 24v transformer?
1800Doorbell –
Craftmade recommends a 16V transformer. The wattage or Volt Amps can be 10VA, 15VA, or even 30VA.
Linda Spiess –
I can hear it! Fantastic! Much better than I expected!
William Grattan –
Very simple to install this replacement doorbell. The sound is loud as advertised and we enjoy it very much.
Joe –
I installed two of these for a 4,000 sq. ft. home, up and downstairs and can can go anywhere in the house and hear them perfectly, even with the TVs up loud. Thanks a lot Craftmade!
David Deacon –
Is the doorbell included with the doorbell chime?
David Deacon –
What is a wireless extender. Can I bit one from you?
David Deacon –
Will it work with my existing doorbell
David Deacon –
Is the volume adjustable
1800Doorbell –
No, this is only the chime. Push buttons are sold separately.
1800Doorbell –
The volume is not adjustable on the CL-DW hard wired doorbell. It is adjustable on a doorbell extender.
Victor S. Olsen –
Easy to install. Nice loud tone.
Richard Speitel –
Real great. trying to order a new door bell button
Julio –
most doorbells are 85 decibels. how many decibels is this one?
Ray Anderson –
awesome product
Dave –
My new 1800doorbell is great. My old doorbell was hard to hear. Thank you. Dave
Michelle Boudreaux –
As we’ve gotten older our hearing isn’t as good. This doorbell exceeded our expectations. Loud enough to hear over the television but not so loud as to be annoying.
Kyle –
Why would you advertise a loud doorbell and not give the decibel rating so my question iwhat is the decibel rating ?
Jeffrey –
Pleasant 2-tone chime. Maybe a little bit louder than my old chime, but not super loud. I was pleased with it and might buy a second to put in the basement.
Luther Chrisp –
Everything is great! Thank you very much!
Eduardo Rosado –
Very happy with my new door bell !
Jon Hall –
Great bell
charles bohn –
I bought one of your doorbells and connected it end it never would work I even bought an Internet extender that I placed right behind the doorbell on the inside it never would connect if you can tell me how to make it work I would love to have one but I won’t buy it again if you don’t tell me how to make it work
Thomas Banyai –
Is your chime mechanical or electronic?
Pat Miles –
What is your return policy?
dennis houser –
what transformer is is used with this doorbell and will it fit inside the cover?
JB –
Great doorbell for inside the house. Can be heard from downstairs to upstairs…our original doorbell had played it’s last note, so we replaced it with this one. Nice a clear sound…would definitely recommend to anyone…
William Mccully –
Will the recommended 16 volt transformer be installed in the plastic housing that comes with the doorbell?
Eileen Palmer –
Christmas
Robert J Kern –
Nice
Martin Homan –
Will this work with two doors with a single chime for one of the doors
Fred Browning –
CL-DW Loud Ding-Dong Wired Doorbell with Picket Fence Styled Cover in Two Color Choices
Sean Moore –
Excellent ring and sound
Roslyn Potter –
The doorbell arrived promptly, in excellent condition and has proven to be worth every penny of its cost. The sound it makes is loud but pleasant. No more missed deliveries even if I am in the backyard. Thank you 1800 Doorbell!
Jim Rowe –
Loud I’m hard of hearing and won’t do anything about it so this is good
Alec Montgomery –
It works good
Mary Hoffman –
Can it replace older door bell.? How loud is it? What are the dimensions? Thank you.
Customer –
Received my order that obviously had been a returned and opened product. Customer support PROMPTLY rectified the service. Five stars to this company.
James Tipton –
Is this doorbell analog
Roger Stell –
Outstanding performance.
D.S. –
It is louder than the old one. I hope it is loud enough!!
AD1708 –
I ordered a CL-DW Loud Ding-Dong Wired Doorbell chime that was shipped the next day 2nd day air delivery. It arrived on time well packed and was installed when it arrived. The unit works as described on the website. I will order from 1800Doorbell in the future.
Nancy J –
We have a big house and need to be able to hear the doorbell from all parts of the house. This doorbell does the job. Thanks.
Alan Steinfeld –
Can this be returned if it is not loud enough?
Fred E Hagan –
Works as advertised
Definitely loud enough to be heard throughout the house
After purchasing 3 big box store bells
fianally got one that fits the bill.
Tom Damiani –
Says it needs a 16v Transformer. I’m assuming it does not come with one? If not, is there a specific one needed for this?
Gayle Barrett –
Louder than one it replaced. Pleasing chime.
1800Doorbell –
Hi, yes, we offer a 30-day satisfaction guarantee. If you are not happy, you can return it within 30-days. Beyond that, the manufacturer’s warranty applies.
1800Doorbell –
Yes it is. There is a simple doorbell strike/plunger that hits a metal plate inside the doorbell cover the creates the sound.
Linda Lillis –
Can the door bell be installed vertical or horizonal or both
Brent Collinsworth –
The doorbell came one day before they said it would. I was very pleased with and easy to install very loud doorbell it is a nice thing for me to have cause I am hard-of-hearing. Best door for the money
Customer –
Where is this doorbell made?
Jim H. –
The doorbell was as described, it was bigger than the one I replaced, and worked louder, thank you.
glenn cox –
CL-DW Craftmade Very Loud Wired Doorbell in Two Finishes
Innes Richards –
One of your reviews said it was even better coupled with the extender unit. Do you sell this extender unit too?
1800Doorbell –
We are referring to a “doorbell extender” which you can find here: https://secure.1800doorbell.com/doorbells/extenders/ The extender wires into a standard wired doorbell (the unit that typically hangs in the foyer of your home). If you already have a working wired doorbell, I would d recommend you get something like the LRA-EX1000S (https://secure.1800doorbell.com/doorbell-extender-kit-with-flashing-strobe-plug-in-receiver.htm) and not worry about installing a new wired doorbell.
Virginia –
Does outside bottom come with door bell
Katherine Banks –
How much is this door bell in white
Toni K –
Loud voice is always heard and so a loud Bell, great design and it looks like it is made for years to come and it was compatible with my google nest doorbell camera. Thank you.
ReNae Christensen –
Why do you say this doorbell is loud? It is NOT!
Reginald Va3 –
all that I expected and more. great product.
Thomas Smith –
I didn’t have much hope when I ordered this Doorbell. I tried others and they all were barely noticeable but to my surprise this thing actually lived up to it’s promise. The Metal dongs where the plungers hit are a lot larger than the usual doorbells. The installation was straight forward and Super Easy. Even a Caveman like myself could do it. Then came the test and sure enough I could hear a big difference and a nice loud traditional DING DONG. Now I don’t know if it is really 80 decibels but it is definitely louder and can be heard in the farthest room downstairs and in the Bonus Room upstairs. So after trying several traditional chimes only to return them, I finally found one that I will keep.
JOW WATERS –
When will they be back in stock?
R Couch –
Received doorbell in 3 business days. Took the old one down and installed new door bell and it worked great. Customer service was great to work with. I explained the situation and she gave me a recommendation that really worked.
Jerry Wilson –
Is the cover /unit paintable
1800Doorbell –
The cover is constructed of ABS plastic. If you have the right paint, there’s no reason you couldn’t paint it.
Walter Traynor –
It is louder than the old one
Thomas Drobycki –
Loud as advertised.
Customer –
Besides the transformer, do i need a Wired Doorbell Button? If Yes, what transformer and Button do you recommend?
1800Doorbell –
Good morning. A push button is not included with the chime, so you would need to purchase one. The recommended transformer would be the T1610 and any of our wired push buttons would work with this chime. I have included a link for our wired push button page below. Thank you,
Customer Support Team
1800Doorbell
https://secure.1800doorbell.com/doorbells/buttons/wired-buttons/
Thomas Fifield –
Loud and pleasant tone. Easy to wire. I replaced one that I could hardly hear it this one. I have a big house and needed it.
vicki lester –
I Love My New Door Chime, it was extremely easy to install and I haven’t missed a “ding” since.
DB –
Our doorbell chime is located in a back hallway far away from the front entry and was always difficult to hear. This doorbell takes care of the problem as it’s very loud compared to the older one it replaced. Easy to install – glad I bought it.
John F. –
I am replacing my doorbell because it is not compatible with my new security video doorbell, similar to the Ring. Are there any known compatibility issues with Video Doorbell push buttons?
Vera H. Caryk –
I chose this doorbell because of its vintage style. It has not been installed as our house is still under construction. However, I know I will not be disappointed as it will be the perfect accessory to our front entrance.
Gary Robson –
Ordered and received it in a few short days.
Customer –
Read somewhere that Craft made chimes require 18 AWG wire. I have 20 AWG on my current doorbell. Will this work?
Luigi –
What is the decibel?
Joni Baird –
Can this be used with Doorbell that has a camera?
1800Doorbell –
Good morning. As long as the video doorbell operates off of a 16 volt transformer, the CL-DW should be compatible. It is always recommended to check your video doorbell’s wired chime compatibility list. Thank you,
Customer Support Team
1800Doorbell
peter bostwick –
CL-DW Craftmade Very Loud Wired Doorbell in Two Finishes
Washington Bush –
Received a damaged doorbell. After calling and reporting my issue the Rep was very courteous and attentive to my issue. Informed me that a new bell would be sent and apologized for my inconvenience. Within 3 days a new bell arrived at my home.
Jim Meisgeier –
Good product! Very easy to install with the existing two wires. Nice looking white finish.
James W. Shelton –
It is sufficiently louder than the original, but ot as loud as I wanted. This was the only option.
Sammy Bell –
The door bell I replaced was installed in 1979 and had been painted to match the walls. The new door bell arrived promptly and had the exact cover. The new bell fit exactly like the old one and I just exchanged covers without having to have paint mixed.
P Saunders –
do any of your product have a db rating of 100 or near?
1800Doorbell –
Good afternoon. Our loudest wired door chime is the CL-DW with a decibel rating of 80. We do have wireless products such as the ERA-PBDCR that have a range of 95-100. Please let us know if you have any other questions. Thank you,
Customer Support Team
1800Doorbell
Helen Dacus –
Do you have a doorbell that plays westminster chimes? Prefer white.
1800Doorbell –
Good morning. Unfortunately, we do not carry any wired chimes that would play the westminster tune. All of our wired chimes are mechanical, two note (ding, ding/dong) chimes. Thank you,
Customer Support Team
1800Doorbell
Troy Burchell –
Need this product to replace existing wired doorbell. Can I install with current wiring?
Roddy Gordon –
Will this unit work using a 24 volt transformer?
Constance Carlton –
I would like to use the ERA-EXKIT with this doorbell. The description mentioned that the transmitter can be hidden behind some doorbells. Does this doorbell have enough room to mount the transmitter underneath without having it show?
Jim –
Can I see a picture of under the cover where the wire comes through the wall into the base.
1800Doorbell –
I am not 100% sure if this is what you’re talking about, but if you view this video: https://secure.1800doorbell.com/faq/how-to-install-a-wired-doorbell/ you will see the wired doorbell mechanism that’s being installed. The craftmade one in this product is virtually the same.
Mike Fleming –
What are the outer AND inner dimensions of the outside box (cover)
Donald Vineyard (verified owner) –
CL-DW Craftmade Loud Wired Doorbell in Two Finishes
Roberta D Conant (verified owner) –
Does this doorbell require a separate transformer purchase?
1800Doorbell –
Good afternoon. Yes, the CL-DW does require that a transformer be purchased separately and the recommended transformer would be the T1630. Thank you,
Customer Support Team
1800Doorbell
JOSHUA LOWE –
I need the loudest doorbell you possibly make. It is for my grandmother she has trouble hearing and we need a very loud wired doorbell chime that will be an easy swap with the existing one
Tim McCartney (verified owner) –
The new chime is much louder than the old chime. Good buy
David Chenkin (verified owner) –
I had to retro fit and old Nutone doorbell. Unconventional install but I have a front and rear bell again.
Sheldon Rader (verified owner) –
great door bell, easy to order, shipped fast priced right
Diane Bickle (verified owner) –
Mom just couldn’t figure out how to do her Ring doorbell ap. Walla…..old fashioned, loud doorbell chimes are exactly what she needed!
Anthony De Angelis (verified owner) –
Living in a long rancher, I needed a doorbell I could hear from the furthest end of the house. The 1800doorbell does the job.
John Slaby (verified owner) –
Unit was easy to install and now can hear both bells from upstairs. Nothing to complain about for sound or installation.
Robert Foltz –
What size is doorbell cover
Customer –
Finally – a doorbell that you can hear and it connects to old wiring in a 1920’s house. The old chime quit working and I bought 2 kits that were awful. Humming sound, only one chime worked etc. Get this one! By the way, the chime is nice and loud – but, not annoying.
Stephen DeBock (verified owner) –
Outstanding tone; perfect for hearing impaired (like us).
Marie Bloom –
Does it plug in to a phone jack or ethernet?
1800Doorbell –
Good morning. The CL-DW is a wired chime that would wire to a 16 volt transformer, it does not connect to a phone jack or ethernet. Please let us know if you have any other questions. Thank you,
Customer Support Team
1800Doorbell
David A Graveline (verified owner) –
Craftmade CL-DW & CL-W: The Loudest Wired Doorbell for Your Home
LYNN LITTLE (verified owner) –
Will this workwith my 24 volt transformer? Tried to hook up Ring doorbell, failed. Hope to order from you.
Lawrence Davis (verified owner) –
MY PACKAGE ARRIVED EARLY, IT WAS WELL PACKAGE NO DAMAGE. THANKS
Tina Shealy (verified owner) –
I love the sleek design of the doorbell and also the chime is by!
William Poulter (verified owner) –
Product is exactly as described. Work perfectly. Very, very happy with this purchase.
Dirk De Jong –
Is this doorbell compatible with a Logitech Circle View Doorbell?
Will in Melbourne (verified owner) –
Unfortunately I the doorbell button I ordered along with my new doorbell unit stuck when someone pushed it and we weren’t home, causing the doorbell unit to also break. Called up and they immediately shipped a new doorbell unit and button. They arrived on time and the new system is working great!!
Tom –
Do you install the doorbell?
1800Doorbell –
Good afternoon. We are an E-Commerce company and do not provide installation services. Please let us know if you have any other questions. Thank you,
Customer Support Team
1800Doorbell
Macdonalds (verified owner) –
Easy to connect and louder than our old one.
L.S. (verified owner) –
I was looking for a doorbell with louder sound and this was it!
Diana Harmon (verified owner) –
My husband is hard of hearing and the normal doorbell wasn’t working for us. We ordered the loudest doorbell that 1800 Doorbells has and we have no more problems hearing someone at the door! Thanks 1800 Doorbell!! Love our new doorbell!
Frank Daniel (verified owner) –
It was a perfect fit for my customer. She could hear it very well. We also discovered that the front/rear leads had been connected wrong, which I reversed, and now with the extra note she can hear it even better. The unit was an exact replacement to the original with the exception of the decibels.
Thomas SARNI –
will it work nest door bell
Alan Holm (verified owner) –
I was confused on the website so phoned. I had excellent help on the phone.
It arrived in 2-3 days.
I am happy.
Robert Butler –
Will this doorbell work with the ring?
John L. (verified owner) –
We got the CL-DW by Craftmade, the loudest doorbell chime. We replaced our old doorbell and now we can hear it throughout our house. Thank you 1800-Doorbell.com.
Tina Shealy (verified owner) –
John L. (verified owner) –
David Wickline (verified owner) –
Priscilla (verified owner) –
Arrived damaged, but my husband was able to fix it himself. So I didn’t need to return it. This is very loud, we should be able to hear it in any room even with the radio on.