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I think I'm going to need a qualified electrician at this point. Or a cup of something medicinal. Today the fridge stopped working. I checked the socket (which hadn't been touched for over a week when it was switched on with the new fridge). Turns out the live wire had come loose and was...

Just moved house (early 80s built IIRC), and replacing some of the lights, switches etc, but hoping not to have to do any rewiring. I'm a novice at this so I'm not sure if this is the sort of thing to expect. (though I know a small amount of electrical theory, I haven't messed with much real...

The choc block isn't physically attached to anything (other than the wires), it's just a single connection block inline with the wiring, free floating :?. As the wiring is stiff and lengths are restricted, it's not easy to reposition. It's basically to the side and slightly behind the lamp -...

Hi, I've recently replaced an ancient crumbling ceiling rose in a toilet with one of these http://www.diy.com/nav/decor/lighting/outdoor-lighting/Vema-Frosted-Shade-Bulk-Head-10307588 I've got it all wired up and working, but as a novice, I'm a bit baffled as to why modern light fittings...

Many thanks for identifying it. I have checked it again, and it is indeed vinyl - NOT wood veneer. I'll have to leave it alone for the moment as finances are stretched, but I'll definitely rip it up and prepare the surface before laying anything else. Thanks for the advice.

Hi, I recently moved into a new house with a type of wood floor that I haven't seen before. The previous owners noted that it was quite expensive when it was put in (quite a few years ago I think). The floor covers probably about 35-40 square metres of the ground floor, through the living...