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I need to wire up a new shower in the bathroom, how can I find out how to do this safely?
Asked by MarkIf you are planning electrical work in your bathroom, you should always use a registered electrician...
View full answerI want to change the switch that operates the heater in my bathroom, what do I need to do?
Asked by SteveFor any electrical work in the bathroom we recommend that you consult and use a registered electrici...
View full answerI'm told my bathroom light is not IP rated, what does this mean and how do I correct it?
Asked by PaulIP stands for Ingress Protection. For a light in a bathroom the light should be IPX4 or higher. The ...
View full answerMy bathroom lights have transformers fitted in the loft directly above. The loft has loose fill insulation. Is this a fire hazard?
Asked by Sandra WrightYou should get a registered electrician to have a look at the bathroom and loft - they will be able ...
View full answerI have a LED mirror I want to put a three pin plug on however the wires are red and brown obviously no earth is the brown still the live and the red the neutral?
Asked by Maureen MeekeWe recommend that you consult a registered electrician for this work. However, if the mirror is in t...
View full answerThe lights flicker when our new kettle turned is on and we have similar issues when the shower is turned on. What should we do?
Asked by Linda NorrisIt sounds like you have a problem with your lighting circuit and therefore we suggest that you get a...
View full answerHow can I use my electric toothbrush safely?
Asked by MoCheck the cord of your electric toothbrush regularly for any signs of damage. If you spot any damage...
View full answerCan I use my hairdryer in the bathroom?
Asked by AnonymousNever bring mains-powered portable appliances such as hairdryers or radios into a bathroom. You coul...
View full answerAre you allowed to have a socket in the bathroom?
Asked by AnonymousSockets are not allowed in bathrooms or shower rooms (apart from shaver-supply units) unless they ca...
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