What Colour is the Neutral Wire
Are you confused about which wire is which? Would you like to know how to identify certain wires and understand their purpose?It’s important to know how to identify each wire…
What Colour is the Live Wire
Have you ever looked inside a plug and wondered what the coloured wires are? Or, would you just like to know more about the electrical systems around your home? Knowing…
TV Aerial Wall Socket Is Not Working
Is your tv aerial wall socket not working and you're not sure what to do?In 2019, the average daily television viewing time in Britain was just over three hours. This…
Electrical Safety in the Home
Did you know that over 20,000 residential fires are caused by electricity each year? Electrical fires can not only destroy your property but, they can be life-threatening. Therefore, knowing how…
How to Dispose of Electrical Items
Did you know that over six million electrical items are thrown away in the UK each year? What's more, is over half of them could still be used or repaired.…
What Electrical Work Can I Do Myself
Are you wondering what electrical work I can do myself? Well, it's a tricky question to answer, and there are a few important factors you should know. Many people in…
What is a Fused Spur?
Have you heard the term fused spur lately and want to know exactly what it is? Well don't worry, fused spurs are commonly found in all types of properties, including…
How to Put Out an Electrical Fire
Electricity is the cause of around 20,000 accidental fires in UK homes each year. These fires result in around 46 deaths, over 2,000 injuries and, roughly £100 million in damage.…
What is PAT Testing?
PAT testing refers to the process of examining electrical appliances and equipment to make sure they are safe to use. Many defects can be detected with visual inspections, but electronic…
Electrical Wiring Colours in the UK
An updated guide to electrical wiring colours in the UK. We confirm the new wiring colours in comparison to older colours for single and three-phase wiring.