The age old question “What Home Electrical Work Can I doMyelf”. As a DIYer I think it’s important to know a little bit about your home electrical equipment. Especially who is responsible for each part of the system and what you can and can’t do yourself. For many people, looking at the electrical equipment in their…
When you are managing multiple garden lighting and power circuits, a standard “choc block” or a mess of loose connectors won’t cut it. To build a system that is organized, safe, and built to last, you need to use DIN Rail Terminal Blocks. DIN rails are the long metal strips that form the core part…
How to Wire a wall socket Correctly. Are you looking to upgrade your home with modern, decorative faceplates, or do you simply need to replace a damaged unit? Changing a single wall socket is a perfect entry-level DIY task that can significantly improve the look of your room. In this guide, I’ll show you how…
Fit an Electric Socket Blanking Plate. Are you staring at an ugly, unused electrical socket that’s getting in the way of your furniture or a fresh renovation? While you could just ignore it, the professional way to handle unused outlets is to fit an electric socket blanking plate. It’s a simple DIY task that provides…
Change a double wall socket UK. Are you looking to upgrade your home with modern, decorative faceplates, or do you simply need to replace a damaged unit? Changing a double wall socket is a perfect entry-level DIY task that can significantly improve the look of your room. In this guide, I’ll show you how to…
Wire Ferrules. If you work with flexible, multi-strand wiring, you’ve likely dealt with the “fraying end” nightmare. You strip the wire, try to poke it into a terminal block or a small Wi-Fi relay (like a Sonoff), and the strands flare out everywhere. Not only is this a “pain in the ass” to install, but…
Straighten Cables. If you’re like most people, you have a collection of charging and data cables that are perpetually tangled, bent, and deformed. PVC-coated cables, like the common USB types, develop a “memory” of their kinked state, making them frustrating to use and impossible to pack neatly. Fortunately, there’s a simple, scientific trick that can…
UK Domestic Wiring. If you live in the UK, your home’s electrical system is likely governed by standards and circuit types you won’t find anywhere else in the world. Understanding the basics of UK domestic wiring is essential, whether you’re planning a full renovation or just adding a new socket. Disclaimer: Electricity is dangerous. This guide…
How to wire a ceiling rose! Have you ever looked up at your light fitting and wondered what complex wiring is hiding in that unassuming plastic base? That component is the ceiling rose, an essential, yet often misunderstood, part of your home’s lighting circuit. Whether you’re planning on installing a new ceiling rose or removing an old one…