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    Outdoor floodlight gone dim

    Hi guys 2 weeks ago ,I basically replaced a previous external standard light that was outside the house near the door with a 50w PIR floodlight. I kept the same cable that was connected to a switch inside . I attached the new floodlight using wago connections with new and old cable. Put it...
  2. R

    Case Study: A common UK Light Switch used to Remote Control Outdoor Lighting

    Checkout the latest case study from RF Solutions: The SWITCHLINK is an RF wireless switching system ideal for outdoor lighting remote control. The system uses a battery-powered wall gang switch and a 230Vac MAINS receiver and has a range of up to 200 metres. The MAINSSWITCH, a similar system...
    • RF Solutions Ltd
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    • light outdoor used
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    • Forum: Electrical Advice
  3. Lou

    Isolator in the outdoor electrical box Electrical Advice

    Isolator in the outdoor electrical box Discussion ThreadIsolator in the outdoor electrical box Electrical Advice Hi there, I'm planning to replace the MCB on my outdoor electrical box with a better quality one, and since there is already an isolator installed by ESB Networks, as a DIY I can...
  4. Lou

    What are your thoughts on outdoor consumer units for EV? Electrical Advice

    What are your thoughts on outdoor consumer units for EV? Discussion ThreadWhat are your thoughts on outdoor consumer units for EV? Electrical Advice Hi people, Just wanted to know what everybody’s thoughts are on small outdoor consumer units for EV chargers? Some are saying that they aren’t...
  5. Lou

    Outdoor floodlight gone dim Electrical Advice

    Outdoor floodlight gone dim Discussion ThreadOutdoor floodlight gone dim Electrical Advice Hi guys 2 weeks ago ,I basically replaced a previous external standard light that was outside the house near the door with a 50w PIR floodlight. I kept the same cable that was connected to a switch...
  6. Lou

    Outdoor Socket Fitting - Advice Electrical Advice

    Outdoor Socket Fitting - Advice Discussion ThreadOutdoor Socket Fitting - Advice Electrical Advice Hi all, I'm looking at getting an outdoor double socket fitted. I'm hoping for some thoughts from the forum who have already provided a lot of valuable help and advice. Any work will be...
  7. Lou

    Recommended outdoor double socket Electrical Advice

    Recommended outdoor double socket Discussion ThreadRecommended outdoor double socket Electrical Advice These vary a lot in price, specification, design and build quality, what would be the recommended make and type? Recommended outdoor double socket for the original thread on Electricians Forums
  8. J

    Outdoor tiling advise 😧

    Hey guys, I'm going to tile the patio and need my new porcelain tiles (10mm) to meet up with the the existing pool tiles 30mm. What's the highest I can lift the tiles using glue without hindering the overall integrity of the tiles? And how do I do it if it's possible? Thanks in advance legends!
  9. Lou

    Spur/Junction for outdoor socket for PHEV charging? Electrical Advice

    Spur/Junction for outdoor socket for PHEV charging? Discussion ThreadSpur/Junction for outdoor socket for PHEV charging? Electrical Advice Hi all, I have a hybrid car and I’m trying to install a socket outdoors. I’m on E7 and have storage heaters on their own circuits, can I make a little T...
  10. Lou

    Outdoor Electrical Cover for Pool Pump Area. Electrical Advice

    Outdoor Electrical Cover for Pool Pump Area. Discussion ThreadOutdoor Electrical Cover for Pool Pump Area. Electrical Advice Hi, I need to replace this outdoor electrical cover and have no idea where to find it. Thanks Outdoor Electrical Cover for Pool Pump Area. for the original thread on...
  11. Lou

    Any recomendations for outdoor trunking? Electrical Advice

    Any recomendations for outdoor trunking? Discussion ThreadAny recomendations for outdoor trunking? Electrical Advice I need some outside containment for about half a dozen or so unsightly cables run outdoor - a mix of black telephone, black security alarm, red (now faded to orange) fire alarm...
  12. Lou

    Control of outdoor lighting Electrical Advice

    Control of outdoor lighting Discussion ThreadControl of outdoor lighting Electrical Advice Looking at a job wiring some outdoor lighting and not too well up on the newer control methods Is there a quinetic receiver which fits into a back box for basic on/off control of lighting? And also...
  13. antmoore

    How to repair damage to outdoor tiles cause by muric acid.

    I hired a pool cleaner and they used muric acid. It has turn all the brown and blue edge tiles white. What can I door to fix please.
  14. R

    Outdoor grout colourant

    Hi, I have a porcelain patio which has had terrible grout efflorescence and I have also had to replace some of the grout which has cracked. The problem is the replacement Bal micromax grout that I used has dried slightly lighter than the existing grout despite being the same colour. My...
  15. C

    Large Format Outdoor tiles advice.

    Hi, I'm new to the forum and fairly new to tiling, my only previous "proper" job was my recent bathroom (600x600 porcelain, about 25m walls and floors) which went pretty well. I'm now having a go at the patio - it's 30m, a concrete slab laid last year. It was laid in 3 bays, between screeds...
    • cdbe11
    • Thread
    • advice format large large format outdoor tiles
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: DIY Tiling Forum
  16. T

    Outdoor 20mm Porcelain 60 x 60 slabs How to install ? Help!

    What is best way to lay outside 20mm Porcelain patio, Would I compact soil, add hardcore and compact (How deep for hardcore) then add slurry mix of 4 parts sharp sand and 1 part concrete and lay tiles on top or as someone suggested set concrete base on top of hardcore and glue down using 5 mm...
  17. T

    Lay Outdoor Porcelain Patio

    Area _ Birmingham Yardley 16m2 porcelain 60cm x 60cm x20mm
  18. T

    Laying outdoor Porcelain 60cm x60cm

    Hello you Pro’s out there. I am embarking on replacing my current outdoor patio concrete slabs with Porcelain Slabs 60x60cm x 20mm I have been advised to do it 2 different ways so far. Is there a Right Way and a Wrong Way ? I have been advised to take up slabs, hardcore base, compact then lay...
  19. Anthelix

    Outdoor grouting : epoxy vs cement-based vs polyurethane ?

    Hi ! I will be tiling a south-facing patio with porcelain on a concrete slab. Which grout should I use ? I will need light grey and brown grouts (two different tiles). Epoxy : will it resist to constant UV exposure or could it turn yellow ? Isn't it too hard to clean on structured outdoor...
  20. korkowa135

    exterior grout colourant

    Hi Has anyone used a grout colourant that is suitable for outdoors? If so which one would they recommend? I have a porcelaine patio and the grout is patchy am wondering if a grout colourant would help even out the colour? Thanks for any advice.

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