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Can I replace my 7.2kw shower with an 8.5, 9.5 or 10.8kw model? Yes, but you will probably require an upgrade in the size of the cable that runs from your fuse-board to the shower as these larger power showers will draw a higher current than your old one. You will also require an upgrade […]

Its said too often I know, but you really will have to be quick in order to take advantage of this incredible sale. 763 Lines of Quality Switches, Sockets, Clips, Lamps, Power Leads and Lighting Products to Clear At Massively Reduced Prices!  Its said too often I know, but you really will have to […]

Amendment 3 The third amendment made to the BS 7671:2008 (IET Wiring Regulations) includes a number of changes that came into effect on the 1st January of 2015. However, contractors have been given a six-month grace period in which they can learn about these Amendment 3 changes and make the appropriate arrangements to prepare. Therefore, […]

I’m going to try and clear up the confusion around MEV, cMEV and dMEV systems. I know that it’s not clear, because it initially confused the hell out of me even though I’d been working in the ventilation space for years. MEV – Stands for Mechanical Extract Ventilation MEV is often used to describe whole […]

Ceiling Fans UK What a promising start to the summer we’ve had. Okay, so it doesn’t necessarily mean we’re in for glorious sustained sunshine, but April weather has largely been a welcome treat. I’m writing this from darkest West Sussex, so apologies if you haven’t enjoyed the same weather as I have. Buy ceiling fans online with […]

Ceiling Fan Season is Here Again – What’s New? Fantasia Ceiling Fans have some great new finishes in already popular sweep air fan lines. Couple that with some totally new ceiling fans, desk fans and even a cool new ‘Fan Duster Brush’ (don’t laugh, it’s amazing!) The popular 50″ Fantasia Elite Tau range has 3 […]

Buildings which are air tight are becoming the standard in the modern age, whether in new builds or through the modification of older buildings. This is due to a variety of different issues including modern construction practices, better quality building materials and a push towards greater energy efficiency. Buildings that are air tight and insulated […]

Lighting can be used to subtly enrich surroundings or emphasise unique features such as trees and walls. Simply by offsetting natural colour tones against contemporary feature lighting, beautiful complimentary schemes can be achieved. Outdoor lighting themes Consistency is a vital element when planning a lighting scheme, high levels of uniformity can be used to draw […]

Wi-Fi has been a permanent fixture in many households for many years. With this in mind, it can be easy for internet users to forget about Ethernet cables. Most people just plug them in to their wireless router and never think about them again- unless there’s a problem. However, some users actually prefer a wired […]

Well, blow me down (as my Dad would say), I never knew that the subject of hand drying (on a commercial level) was so complex. If I’m about to lose you from reading on already, please stay with me; the topic of hand drying wasn’t high on my lists of things to think about either, […]

Smoke detectors have become a necessary fixture in homes across the world. The risk of fire is ever present and therefore we need an early warning system in order alert us to this potentially fatal problem. Whilst countless lives have been saved thanks to smoke alarms, there are still issues surrounding these devices. For example, […]

Damp is a serious problem affecting many households across the country. As well as being unsightly and damaging to buildings, damp can also lead to health issues such as asthma and a compromised immune system. Furthermore, this even becomes detrimental to the value of your house and will often deter buyers from even considering your […]