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Hi, thanks for replies. I think it might be a good option to replace the 'beading'. I am not familiar with this term, but I assume its the sections of wood that go immediately around the glass. I don't know if its easy to do this yourself, or better to get a joiner to do it. In any...

Hi there, I wonder if anyone could advise me re a bad case of wood rot on a window frame in my house. I attach a photo of the affected area, which I have started to scrape away to see how extensive the damage is. Apart from this area the window frame appears to be otherwise intact - I have went...

In the instructions they say "Test before use", but no explanation is given of how to carry out such a test. It would be useful if there was some way of testing it, as with one of these RCD plugs used for electric lawnmowers and hedge-trimmers, where an indicator lets you know if it is working...

I am beginning to see the point of this tester. With the multimeter you only measure the difference in potential between two points in a circuit. If both those points are at 240Volts relative to you, then they will register zero volts on the multimeter, but will give you a serious shock if you...

Thanks for all replies. I think I'll stick to using the multimeter as you know you are insulated by the probes. With electricity 100% sureness is needed. I had a mains voltage shock many years ago when I was young and I wouldn't fancy it again. Thanks and Merry Xmas ! :)

If these neon tester screwdrivers are so dangerous why are they even sold in the first place ? How can they get the various quality markings such as CE ? And why does a reputable company like Stanley manufacture them ? :?

Hi folks, I am new to this forum and wonder if I can ask a little advice on an electrical matter. I have just managed to replace a broken ceiling pendent light fitting, and whilst doing this I was very careful not to make any stupid mistakes and get a shock. Whilst purchasing the pendent...