Nowadays the best way is to have power to the first 3 way switch, then 3 wire cable from the first to the second switch, then 2 wire cable from the second switch to the lights.
This way also gives you the neutral in each switch box, a requirement of the 2011 National Electric Code. This also allows you to put dimmer switches, or other devices that need power, in the switch boxes at a later date..
This way also gives you the neutral in each switch box, a requirement of the 2011 National Electric Code. This also allows you to put dimmer switches, or other devices that need power, in the switch boxes at a later date..
