Actuators - Basic Intallation and bom needed

I am trying to fit a small actuator into a 2 x stud (1 1'2") vertically and then remotelly have the actuator raise any where from 1" to 3". Just a two position unit, one button up and one button down.

Where would I find these things and what all would I need to get to have it operating. And would it be possible to have multiple actuators working at the same time from the same remote.

I can invision a door lock concept but just can find what I need do to my lack of experiance with these types of mechanics.

Thank you for any help ahead of time -

You might check the junk yard for door lock actuators. They may be to big for you. Here are some nice small ones but they are expensive.

Mini Actuators - Linear Actuators, Linear Motors, Micro motors, Electric Motors