Adding a New Light and Switch - One Way
Guide explaining how a new light is added to an existing lighting circuit with the light being operated by a single switch commonly referred to as a one way switch.
Guide explaining how a new light is added to an existing lighting circuit with the light being operated by a single switch commonly referred to as a one way switch.
How to instal two way lighting switches, with details of the circuit, switch and link cable or wire used as well as connections and earthing requirements for lights.
How to fit a switch in a flex. Instructions for trimming and preparing the flex sheath and conductors as well as connecting the switch to control small appliances.
Step by step guide for connecting cables in home How to connect the conductors to switches sockets and terminals.
How to strip cable ready for connections in home wiring systems. Guide to preparing cables and fitting earth sleeving to the bare conductor
Guide to types of cable in home electrics and wiring. Single, twin and earth, and three core with earth cables explained
Cable identification in the ceiling rose of pendant lights. How to identify and label the switch cable or wire as well as the earth.
How-to guide on taking care of christmas tree lights and keeping them in working order. Help with changing and replacing bulbs or a blown fuse.
Colour codes for UK electric cables showing both the old (pre 2006) and the new harmonious colours for live neutral and earth as well as three core
How to remove and replace an old or damaged pandant light fitting. Guide to connecting the flex to the lighting circuit or wiring at the ceiling rose.
Damaged electrical sockets can be dangerous and must be replaced. This guide explains how to remove the damaged socket outlet face plate and connect a new one.
Safety earth for the safe earthing of plumbing and consumer unit