Changing a Light Fitting?

[HunieBunie]

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

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...

Yes, that would be essential

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

I changed my light fitting!

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

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

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.

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.

Ooh this government!

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??

i mean is it painless enough to do, not illegal