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Introducing the Flexible and Innovative Astro Lighting Track System
Track lighting is a system that involves installing multiple lights from a single live feed. The...
How and why LED Cove Lighting could be the Next Big Thing in Indoor Lighting
Cove lighting is a form of indirect lighting built into ledges, recesses or high up on the walls...
Ventilation Fans: what type of extractor fans you need, where, and why
Ventilation plays a huge part in all of our lives, keeping the air in our homes safe to breathe...
On Choosing and Placing your Picture Lights, which now use a LED lamp
Picture lights are a classic way to highlight your favourite painting or picture. In this case,...
The Reviews are in: Tradespeople Love CK Magma Technician's Toolcase Max!
Carl Kammerling International has introduced the CK Magma Technician’s Toolcase Max, which is its...
How D-Line Spring and U-Clips Fire Rated Cable Supports meet the 18th Edition Regs
The 18th Edition Wiring Regulations have brought in a whole new set of guidelines for staying safe...
Are the USB Socket Chargers Safe for Children, and more on USB Integrated Sockets
Electrical appliances and outlets can be dangerous for anyone - but particular care needs to be...
Smart Lighting Control for Warehouses: PIR Motion Detectors and smart LED Lights
Modern lighting controls are commonly associated with office buildings, which seek to create...
Simple Visual Safety Checks around your Home that can Save your Life
When we are at home, we usually feel very safe and become complacent. However, overlooking...
The Causes and Effects of 'Toxic Home Syndrome' and how to Combat it
It is estimated that over 15.3 million homes in the UK are at risk of ‘Toxic Home Syndrome’ (THS),...
Application of the BN Thermic Industrial Fan Heaters OUH3 in Warehouses
BN Thermic has a well-established reputation for providing effective heating solutions for...
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A Simple Guide to Electrical Installation Condition Reports (EICR)
Here is a simple guide to electrical installation condition reports (EICR), what it is and how to take care of it. Full info in the article.
Safety Advice when using an Electrical Portable Heater at Home
Electric portable heaters have had a resurgence in popularity in recent times, as modern,...
Downlights: FAQ and Electrical Safety on Installing / Checking Downlights
Downlights are a lovely way to brighten up your home. They are often small and recessed, making...
How Portable Heaters can be an Ideal Weapon in the Preventing Hypothermia
There's an argument to be made concerning what is the ideal weapon in fighting and even preventing...
Westinghouse Fans bring in Resurgence of the Eco-Friendly Ceiling Fans
You can never be certain with the British weather, but summer should be on its way soon. As this...
Choosing the Right Smoke / Heat Alarm with Wireless Interconnection
Advanced technology has made innovations in all types of devices possible, and this includes smoke...
Electrical Safety at Home with Kids and Parents using and Charging Gadgets
With a new iPhone or games console coming out every year, it’s no secret that children today are...
Overhead Heaters and Air Curtains insure Heating and Cooling in Retail / Shops
A major requirement for all high street shops is that they should have reliable heating systems -...
How Airflow Ventilation Solutions deal with Indoor Air Pollutants at Home
Problems caused by bad air quality in our indoor environments can be devastating. Recently, the...
How Pratley Putty - an Extremely Strong Epoxy Adhesive - can Glue almost Anything
Pratley Putty is an extremely strong adhesive made in South Africa - and sold across the entire...
Will the Modular Lighting be the Ideal Lighting Solution for Schools?
A large increase in demand for public services, including the education sector, has been fuelled...
Tips for Garden Safety when Mowing, using Cables, Lighting, and Power Tools
Over the few decades, hoses, lawnmowers, extension plugs and the like have made gardening tasks a...
How Ventilation can help Tackle Allergies, Asthma, Hay Fever, and Pet Dander
Asthma is a long-term condition that affects your airways, which transport air in and out of your...
How Portable Heating can Help you have Ideal Sleeping Conditions
It’s happened to all of us: we go to bed feeling ready to fall asleep straight away but then find...
Health Problems caused by Condensation and Top Tips to Avoid its Build-up
When moisture makes contact with a cooler surface, such as a window or wall, the warm air around...
Personalise your Smart Lighting and Blind Control at Home with Lutron RA2 Select
The RA2 Select system from Lutron allows you to enjoy personalised smart lighting in your house....
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Online Shopping Safety, Avoiding Fakes, and Returning things Safely
We here at Sparks sell items both online and via our trade counter in Holloway Road, London. When...
Wise words for Contractors - New 18th Edition Rules For Surge Protection
Significant changes have been made in the 18th Edition Regulations for Wiring Regulations. These...
Electrical Safety when Traveling Abroad with your UK Electrical Equipment
As you’re about to head off on holiday, electrical safety is probably the last thing on your mind....