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  1. kjshier

    Please help. Sockets on wooden skirting.

    Hi all. The important part is that the socket is not fitted on the skirting because you state the socket is on a plastic mount so it's not in contact with the softwood therefore is compliant. Years ago wood was actually used as an insulator and the regulations have been changed to clarify this...
  2. kjshier

    Old Fashioned round light switches

    See Here: www.art-deco-emporium.co.uk They have a refurbish service available and sell original and reproduction fittings and switches.
  3. kjshier

    Bakelite switches

    Your correct which is why we stay away from industrial products and only work on domestic fittings where the Bakelite was strengthened using common wood flour not the more expensive asbestos needed in high voltage applications. Bakelite is still very much in use today, we have a range of new...
  4. kjshier

    Bakelite switches

    Each brand is different, the basics for all are that the switch contacts in the off position must be more then 3mm apart and that you cannot access any live parts without the use of a hand tool. Re-cutting new contacts, replacing worn springs is the easy part, drilling and fitting concealed grub...
  5. kjshier

    Bakelite switches

    Hi all, Just browsing the forum and the question of Old Bakelite comes up quite allot. My company Art Deco Emporium Limited are specialists in the restoration of these old switches, so if your looking to offload then please get in touch. With regards to fitting and re-use. There is confusion...
  6. kjshier

    Danger of death

    Looks normal to me. lol

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