Hi,
i'm looking at replacing the cheap looking plastic light switches and plug sockets in my flat with metal alternatives.
I originally considered using the LAP range (http://www.screwfix.com/c/electrical-lighting/lap-black-nickel-flat/cat1520007) from Screwfix however I've not heard great things; I'm now therefore looking at the Crabtree range instead (http://www.screwfix.com/c/electrical-lighting/crabtree-low-profile/cat830762)
My first question is - has anyone had any experience using either of the above products? I am aware that these are both 'cheap' alternatives however my budget is limited!
The housing that these will (hopefully!) attach to are plastic and there is an earth cable (currently unattached) available.
My second question is - can the earthing required for the switch be provided by simply removing the connector on the earth and connecting to the new switch?
Hopefully there is an image below showing the current installation and cabling.
Background info - The flat is brand new, therefore the walls are flat (apparently a requirement for these faceplates). The depth of the housing box is 32mm. I'm about to decorate so have no issue with the 'making good' of the new switches.
Thanks in advance for any help you can provide!
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i'm looking at replacing the cheap looking plastic light switches and plug sockets in my flat with metal alternatives.
I originally considered using the LAP range (http://www.screwfix.com/c/electrical-lighting/lap-black-nickel-flat/cat1520007) from Screwfix however I've not heard great things; I'm now therefore looking at the Crabtree range instead (http://www.screwfix.com/c/electrical-lighting/crabtree-low-profile/cat830762)
My first question is - has anyone had any experience using either of the above products? I am aware that these are both 'cheap' alternatives however my budget is limited!
The housing that these will (hopefully!) attach to are plastic and there is an earth cable (currently unattached) available.
My second question is - can the earthing required for the switch be provided by simply removing the connector on the earth and connecting to the new switch?
Hopefully there is an image below showing the current installation and cabling.
Background info - The flat is brand new, therefore the walls are flat (apparently a requirement for these faceplates). The depth of the housing box is 32mm. I'm about to decorate so have no issue with the 'making good' of the new switches.
Thanks in advance for any help you can provide!
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