Light Bulbs
A clever use of lighting can greatly enhance the interior dcor of your home integral to this is the selction of light bulb type http://www.simplifydiy.com/electrical/lightbulbs
Domestic Electrical Circuits
Ring mains and radial circuits which provide sockets and fused connection units for plugs and appliances Lighting circuits allow for overhead lighting http://www.simplifydiy.com/electrical/domestic-electrics/electrical-circuits
Bathroom Design Considerations
What lighting do you require to adequately light the entire room http://www.simplifydiy.com/bathroom/bathroom-planning/key-considerations
Low Cost Kitchen Refurbishment
Units supplier near you Lighting http://www.simplifydiy.com/kitchen/kitchen-refurbishment
Electrical Cables & Flexes
These cables are used for twoway lighting circuits where a light fitting is controlled by two switches for example at the top and bottom of a staircase http://www.simplifydiy.com/electrical/basic-electrics/cables-and-flexes
Electrical Sockets & Switches
Look for architrave switches to fit into a tight spot dimmer switches for variable lighting and toggle switches for a traditional look http://www.simplifydiy.com/electrical/domestic-electrics/sockets-and-switches
Plinths, Cornicing and Pelmets
Usually made in the same finish as the cupboards themselves the pelmet is also very useful for hiding worktop lighting http://www.simplifydiy.com/kitchen/kitchen-units/plinths-and-cornicing
Connecting Electrical Cables
Ensure the circuit is indeed dead by using a socket tester for sockets or a voltage tester for a lighting circuit http://www.simplifydiy.com/building-regulations/part-p/connecting-electrical-cables
Useful Links
Find out more about saving energy money and the environment in your home Lighting http://www.simplifydiy.com/useful-links
Basic Electrical Tools
For testing for live circuits especially useful for lighting circuits http://www.simplifydiy.com/tools-and-materials/basic-electrics-tools
Part P: Wiring Regulations
Ring mains lighting circuits http://www.simplifydiy.com/building-regulations/part-p/wiring-regulations
Earthing Electrical Circuits
Ring mains lighting circuits http://www.simplifydiy.com/electrical/basic-electrics/earth-bonding
Electrical Safety In The Home
Addition of lighting points switches and sockets to existing circuits except in kitchens bathrooms and outdoors http://www.simplifydiy.com/electrical/electrical-regulations
Shelving
Modern shelves are also available with builtin lighting which works particularly well if the shelf if made from glass http://www.simplifydiy.com/walls-and-ceilings/shelving
Preparing the loft space
If there is no fixed lighting in the loft run an extension lead through the hatchway and hang a suitable light from a beam http://www.simplifydiy.com/walls-and-ceilings/ceiling-insulation/loft-insulation/loft-preparation
Part L: Conservation of Fuel and Power
Reasonable provision shall be made for the conservation of fuel and power in dwellings by a limiting the heat loss through the fabric of the building from hot water pipes and hot air ducts used for space heating and from hot water vessels b providing space heating and hot water systems which are energy efficient c providing lighting systems with appropriate lamps and sufficient controls so that energy can be used efficiently d providing sufficient information with the heating and hot water services so that building occupiers can operate and maintain the services in such a manner as to use no more energy than is reasonable in the circumstances http://www.simplifydiy.com/building-regulations/part-l
Designing A Garden Deck
If you will require garden lighting to be incorporated into your decking for example uplighting from the boards or hidden in the risers of steps plan this in advance to ensure wiring and transformers can be accommodated http://www.simplifydiy.com/garden/decking/design
Kitchen Cabinet Doors - Styles & Materials
These look most attractive when coupled with glass shelving and interior lighting inside the cabinet http://www.simplifydiy.com/kitchen/kitchen-units/doors
Kitchen Units
Kitchen lighting http://www.simplifydiy.com/kitchen/kitchen-units
Making structural changes to your property
When it comes to smaller jobs planning permission isnt generally required for instance adding external lighting erecting a garden fence or wall or adding an alarm box http://www.simplifydiy.com/planning-permission
Solar Water Heaters & Photovoltaic Cells
Essentially there are two distinct types of solar panel those that create electricity which can be used for lighting heating or general power or photovoltaic cells and those that directly heat water or solar water heating panels http://www.simplifydiy.com/energy-efficiency/solar-panels/solar-panel-types
SimplifyDIY Glossary: J-K
An electrical fitting allowing a power or lighting circuit to be extended http://www.simplifydiy.com/glossary/j-k
Contemporary Worktops
Able to incorporate lighting http://www.simplifydiy.com/kitchen/kitchen-worktops/contemporary
How To Design Your New Kitchen Layout
Pelmets can also hide worktop lighting suspended from the underside of the wall units http://www.simplifydiy.com/kitchen/kitchen-planning/kitchen-layout-tips
SimplifyDIY Glossary: H-K
An electrical fitting allowing a power or lighting circuit to be extended http://www.simplifydiy.com/glossary/h-i
Additional Kitchen Unit Features
When coupled with lighting the effect can be dramatic http://www.simplifydiy.com/kitchen/kitchen-units/additional-features