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    Electrical Earthing Explanation Needed

    Hi, I know that metal light switches etc. / wallboxes need to be earthed. I know that mains wiring is earthed. I also know that the earth connection should basically travel back to the Consumer Unit. My question is - where does it go from there ? i.e. is "earthing" a piece of...
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    Old Wiring & Dimmer Switches

    Cheers Breezer - i'll check it out
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    Old Wiring & Dimmer Switches

    Cheers - much appreciated. Hopefully there is an intact earth - so fingers crossed. As for the multitude of dimmers, i may start off by using one by the door, and getting some bedside lamps until i'm more experienced at these things. Once again, thanks for your help - will keep you...
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    Old Wiring & Dimmer Switches

    Thanks for the swift reply - and you have definately sussed out that i am: - a) lazy b) probably being too flash :) basically i wanted that "hotel" luxury of controlling the lights from either side of the bed, but definately not an essential ! downlights will be in the ceiling...
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    Old Wiring & Dimmer Switches

    Hi, Currently got a single ceiling light with one on/off switch in a room. I want to replace with 5 x Low Voltage downlights and 3 x Dimmer Switches (1 by door, 1 x either side of bed). I've had a look at the existing on/off switch to replace with a dimmer and there is just 2 wires (red...
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