Electrical

These types of mountings are particularly common for areas with high ceilings and where movable task lighting is needed.   Cable and rail lights can go...

Cleaning light switches is not difficult, and is perfectly safe provided that you do it the right way.   Turn electricity off at the mains before...

Light globes, particularly those outside, can lose a significant amount of light output if not cleaned regularly.   Regularly cleaning globes can improve your lighting.   Improving...

There's not a whole lot to maintaining lighting, but a little effort once in a while can make a pretty significant difference. Learn more...

Find out what those labels and symbols on light globes actually mean, and how to interpret them to your advantage.   The MEPS lable (left) and...

When renovating, it’s important to understand the Building Code of Australia (BCA) lighting requirements to ensure your project complies with regulations and meets energy efficiency standards. These rules set limits on how much lighting power (watts per square metre) you can use inside and outside your home.

Fluorescent globes contain mercury. Find out how to recycle them safely and avoid harmful pollution.   Fluorescent globes typically contain small amounts of mercury. Some lamps, in...

The difference between an efficient light globe and an inefficient one is amazing. To prevent unnecessary waste, inefficient incandescent GLS globes are being phased...

Light switches come in about as many different styles as you can imagine, and can be suited to any interior design.   There are light switches...

Many different types of light switch exist; some for the sake of safety or convenience, others simply because they look nice. Different types of switches...