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New Electric Heater Regulations 1st Jan 2018 - LOT20
New Electric Heater Regulations 1st Jan 2018 - LOT20
October 19, 2017

LOT20 requires all local space heaters manufactured for sale in the EU after 1st January 2018 to comply with a new minimum efficiency standard.

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Texecom Connect, New Possibilities For Texecom Security Systems. - Stage 1
Texecom Connect, New Possibilities For Texecom Security Systems. - Stage 1
September 29, 2017

Texecom Connect allows you to interact, control and integrate your Texecom security system via the internet with other devices  like never before.

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Which Electrical Sockets Are best
Which Electrical Sockets Are best
Product News, September 28, 2017
White moulded electrical sockets are still by far the most popular.  Within this there are square edged or rounded edged switches to choose from depending on the style required.
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Where To Buy Light Switches
Where To Buy Light Switches
September 14, 2017

Light switches can be purchased from Electrical Wholesalers, DIY stores or online websites

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Are Wall Lights A Good Idea In The Home
Are Wall Lights A Good Idea In The Home
August 30, 2017

Wall lights as part of an overall room or wall design look great.  

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Are LED Light Bulbs Energy Efficient?
Are LED Light Bulbs Energy Efficient?
August 29, 2017

LED lamps can reduce energy used over incandescent lighting by as much as 90%.  

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Benefits Of Recessed Downlighting
Benefits Of Recessed Downlighting
August 17, 2017

The main purpose we think of when discussing recessed lighting in the home is as a task light.  

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Where To Hang Outdoor Lanterns
Where To Hang Outdoor Lanterns
August 10, 2017

Lanterns come in lots of different shapes and sizes to suit a variety of locations;

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How To Choose Outdoor  Lighting
How To Choose Outdoor Lighting
August 8, 2017

A few ideas to make choosing outdoor lighting for your next project as easy as possible;

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How To Choose Wall Lights
How To Choose Wall Lights
August 3, 2017

A few rules to make choosing the wall lights for your next project as easy as possible;

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How To Choose Bathroom Lighting
How To Choose Bathroom Lighting
June 12, 2017

Choosing bathroom lighting isn’t the easiest choice.  The first consideration is whether your lights in the bathroom need to be ‘IP’ rated or not? 

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Kitchen Lighting Ideas 2017
Kitchen Lighting Ideas 2017
June 9, 2017

Visual lights for the kitchen to set the tone and the ambiance, recessed lighting for task lighting (Can be used as ambient) and specialist lights just for the kitchen

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Ho To Choose LED Light Bulbs
Ho To Choose LED Light Bulbs
June 7, 2017

Ambient lighting – Back ground lighting that provides the main lighting level.  This can be made up of ambient lighting specific light fittings like ceiling pendants in the home or LED lay on panels in the office.  

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Lumens And Lighting
Lumens And Lighting
June 7, 2017

Previously we used to use the measurement for light bulb brightness of Watts.  This was only ever a rough measurement but with the growth of LED light bulbs which produce the same light output for much less wattage it is no longer a suitable measure.

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How Safe Are LED Light Bulbs
How Safe Are LED Light Bulbs
June 7, 2017

LEDs do not need to be placed in a vacuum or in any gas.  LEDs produce as much light as an incandescent light bulb while using less than 20% of the electricity. 

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Changing Downlights From Low Voltage to GU10 LED Bulbs
Changing Downlights From Low Voltage to GU10 LED Bulbs
June 6, 2017

One of the questions we are getting asked is 'Can I change my low voltage downlights to LED Bulbs?'.  The answer is yes, but with care, please read on...

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Don't Install Aircon, install a Fan
Don't Install Aircon, install a Fan
June 5, 2017

We are not trying to say a fan is a panacea for all but in many cases in the UK, Aircon is being installed when an air movement fan would be perfectly adequate

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What Base Is My Light Bulb
What Base Is My Light Bulb
June 5, 2017

Light bulbs come in many bases to fit different light fittings.  The common types of light bulb can be broken down in to groups of bases and are shown here: 

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Lightbulb Colour Temperatures
Lightbulb Colour Temperatures
June 2, 2017

Light bulb colour temperature is measure in Kelvin.  Low Kelvin starting at 1500k is an orange colour light while a high kelvin gives a cool blue light at 7500k.

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Which Type Of LED Bulb To Buy
Which Type Of LED Bulb To Buy
June 1, 2017

The main advantages of LED bulbs is they use less electricity because they are more energy efficient than other technologies and their life span is longer. Not only do  they represent greater value for money over a non LED bulb that lasts a shorter length of time on average, but also there is a saving in maintenance costs as lamps are changed less frequently.  

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Cant find www.lumalighting.co.uk ?
Cant find www.lumalighting.co.uk ?
May 30, 2017

We are delighted to announce that we have incorporated our lighting website www.lumalighting.co.uk within www.alertelectrical.com and now offer a comprehensive range of lighting products for both the home and garden.

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Kidde HomeProtect Smoke Alarms
Kidde HomeProtect Smoke Alarms
April 27, 2017

Kidde HomeProtect long life Room Specific range of smoke alarms simplify the decision as to which alarm is required for each room of the home.

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Firstlight Light Fittings
Firstlight Light Fittings
March 31, 2017

We now have an extensive range of decorative light fittings on Alertelectrical.com ideal for homes, offices, hotels, nursing homes, etc., why not take a look Firstlight Lighting

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Kosnic LED Layin Modular Light Fittings
Kosnic LED Layin Modular Light Fittings
March 27, 2017

We have the latest LED layin modular fittings from Konsic available to buy online Kosnic Layin Mod

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5 Reasons To Specify Sona
5 Reasons To Specify Sona
March 13, 2017

Built on performance, reliability and service, SONA is the ultimate fire and carbon monoxide safety range, protecting your tenants and property. To find out more go to Sona Detectors.

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New Range Of Selectric Competitively Priced Square Edge Accessories
New Range Of Selectric Competitively Priced Square Edge Accessories
March 8, 2017

Selectric, a range of competitively priced electrical wiring accessories, have a square edged profile.  They include in the range accessories like twin sockets, triple pole fan siolators, sockets with USB, 45a accessories for the kitchen and bathroom.  Why not take a look; Selectric Wiring Accessories.

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ESP Fire Isolation Switch MAGISORP
ESP Fire Isolation Switch MAGISORP
March 6, 2017

The ESP Fire Isolation Switch provides a secure method of isolating the mains supply to a fire alarm system control panel. The Isolation switch assists with the maintenance of the fire alarm systems and a secure switch to counter against malicious operation. ESP Fire Isolation Switch MAGISORP

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Easy Wi-fi Video Door Entry Kit
Easy Wi-fi Video Door Entry Kit
March 3, 2017

Wifi Video door entry kit includes a vandal resistant video intercom panel.  Connect this to mains power, connect it wirelessly to the router - job done.  As long as you have a smart phone, download the app and you are ready to connect with someone on your doorstep whenever the button on the intercom panel is pushed. To find out more please go to WIVIEW WiFi Video Door Entry Kit

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New ESP Disabled Persons Toilet Alarm Kit
New ESP Disabled Persons Toilet Alarm Kit
February 13, 2017

Alertelectrical.com brings to you the new ESP Disabled Persons Toilet Alarm Kit which has been designed to raise alert for assistance and provides reassurance that someone is on the way to help.

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How To Install Panel Heaters
How To Install Panel Heaters
February 12, 2017

The final article in our series on Panel Heaters; How To Install Panel Heaters.

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Panel heaters and add ons - Guide 3
Panel heaters and add ons - Guide 3
February 6, 2017

Continuing our series on Panel heaters here is the 3rd instalment, 'Panel Heaters And Add Ons'

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Contract Light Fittings
Contract Light Fittings
February 5, 2017

Are you an electrician after contract lighting, a landlord, or a home owner looking for a lighting solution that doesnt cost the earth.  Check MLA light fittings.  from as little as £2.00

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