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Each appliance should have its own plug and ideally be plugged into its own socket. We suggest that...
View full answerPart M of the Building Regulations states that sockets should be installed at 450mm above floor leve...
View full answerYes, there is no safety issue with adding sockets at a higher level if you want to use them for a TV...
View full answerIt is likely that you can but this does depend on your electrical installation - a registered electr...
View full answerYou should avoid using adaptors for items like kettles and toasters. They generate a considerable am...
View full answerOur opinion is there’s no significant risk to children from 13 Amp socket-outlets that conform to th...
View full answerThere is no legal requirement to have a set number of sockets in each room in a rental property. Bu...
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