Keyless entry locks
As technology progresses, different varieties of keyless locks are becoming increasingly common. Find out more about the different types of keyless locks that are...
Key-in-knob and key-in-lever locks
Door knobs and door levers, especially those designed for external use, often feature a keyed lock and barrel mechanism. Find out more about these...
Deadbolts, deadlocks or deadlatches
Deadbolts - also called deadlocks or deadlatches - are heavy duty locks that can't be rotated without a key. These locks are most commonly...
Dog doors, cat flaps and pet doors
Often it makes sense to attach a small door to your home, not only for your pet's convenience, but also to save you the...
Security screen doors
Security screen doors offer both a way to add an extra layer of security to the front door of your house, and to provide...
Power tracks
Power tracks are strips designed to allow the positioning of power outlets anywhere across a particular wall. These systems cost more, but go a...
Electrical maintenance
Find out how to safely maintain your home's electrical systems, and what to do if there's an electrical emergency in your house.
Electrical maintenance is...
Age of wiring
Like all things, over time wiring and the shielding that surrounds it tends to deteriorate. See how this affects the safety and performance of...
EMI, crosstalk and network interference
EMI (or electromagnetic interference) can cause a variety of problems with electronic equipment or communications systems. Find out how to prevent this in your...
Voltage supply fluctuations
Interestingly, the position of your house relative to the main supply for your street can have an impact on your voltage supply - which...