Changing a Light Fitting?

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HunieBunie · 25/08/2006 14:39

Should I get in an electrician or can I do it myself?

The guys in the office reckon it is not disimilar to changing a plug, but with only 2 wires, red (live) and black (neutral).

TIA

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NotActuallyAMum · 25/08/2006 14:40

You can do it yourself - they're right, it's just 2 wires. If I can do it anyone can

Just remember to turn the electricity off before you do it...

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HunieBunie · 25/08/2006 14:55

Yes, that would be essential

I am off to HomeBase it's 10% day!

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HunieBunie · 29/08/2006 11:29

I changed my light fitting!

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southeastastra · 29/08/2006 11:31

well done though someone told me on here at the weekend that it was illegal to do it yourself now!!?

TooTicky · 29/08/2006 11:35

So, how many mumsnetters does it take....

throckenholt · 29/08/2006 11:37

illegal to do it yourself now

don't think so - they are probably thinking of the new rules that only certified electricians can install electrical circuits now - so if you DIY your own wiring you need to have a qualified electrician certify it is safe for you - to meet building regs.

southeastastra · 29/08/2006 11:39

well we did it anyway (bathroom light) but the time i had the replies it was too late! i couldn't find much info through googling - i think maybe because i put the wire needed extending that may have been it.

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HunieBunie · 29/08/2006 12:35

Ooh this government!

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StrawberryMoon · 29/08/2006 12:39

so..we have a spot light(not the type into the celing ) in dd;s room..is this the type you can cahange yorself? as we just want to put a pretty shade up?/..will the wire to hang one from be wound up inside the potlight base??

StrawberryMoon · 29/08/2006 12:40

i mean is it painless enough to do, not illegal

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