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All about Ryefield Boards: How they Work, Who needs one, and Who Installs a Ryefield Board?
Everything you need to know about the Ryefield distribution boards, including how it works, where to use it, who needs it, and who can install a Ryefield board. Sparks guide.
What Is An RCBO & How Does It Work?
Find out what an RCBO is and how it works. Learn the different types of circuit breakers, how they work, and why you should use them in your home or business.
How do I Test my Fire Alarm? Video on how to Test your Aico Alarms
Sometimes the simplest of things can be very complicated if you don't know how to begin. It is the same with testing the fire alarms in the house: if you don't know how to do it, it is very complicated, but if you learn the simple way of testing the fire alarms, it is so simple.
Remotely Dim and Control your LED Lights via an app with this Varilight Smart V-Pro Dimmer!
We live in the age of smart devices - more and more smart devices are available on the market, and...
How Step Lighting can provide Illumination both for Safety and Decoration
When choosing step lighting, safety must be at the top of your list of considerations: every step...
Azumi Collection Combines Classic Wall Lamp Design with Contemporary Technology
Astro has an eye for detail when it comes to quality lighting. They are known for lighting that is...
The Importance of Correct Domestic Ventilation for Social Housing in UK
It is very important to have a correct ventilation for social housing in particular. The UK’s...
If you like DIY, here are Top 5 Tips for Electrical Safety when DIY
It can be tempting for any of us to have a go at DIY tasks instead of calling in a registered...
Trimless downlights from Astro - discreet ceiling lights for ambient lighting
If you are looking for discreet downlights that provide ambient lighting and fire-rated safety,...
Sparks Opening Hours during the COVID-19 Lockdown
During the COVID-19 lockdown (pandemic details here), we are very concerned for the safety of both...
The Pathway to Garden Lighting Success with Integral LED Outdoor Lights
With the balmy weather we are experiencing during the spring or the summer, people are taking to...
Achieving a ‘Healthy Home’ will make both renters and landlords happy
Creating a healthy, well-ventilated home is common sense - it will improve your health and quality...
Tips for Fire and Electrical Safety and Avoiding Electrical Fires at Home
When it comes to fire safety and electrical fires, we can become very complacent due to a feeling...
Bespoke human-centric lighting schemes and their benefits on our health
Changes in modern society during the early 21st century have led to many problems concerning...
The Versatile Telegraph Range of Wall, Floor, and Table Lamps from Astro
Astro are masters of making well-designed lamps and have seen great award recognition over the...
Are LED battens the future of the batten luminaires? Fluorescent vs LEDs
Batten luminaires have been in use for over 60 years now, providing a fantastic lighting solution...