You may be interested in upgrading a table lamp or perhaps a floor or ceiling light in one or more rooms of your home. However, with the recent national financial events, you might need to postpone the upgrade for awhile. There are some really good buys available, but still you might need to reconsider a purshcase. If that is the case then you might be interested in keeping older lamps in good repair. Here are a few tips:

Among the things that we do know about electricity is that faulty electrical system is almost always the cause of fire and injuries whether in commercial or residential infrastructures. This means that even at the first sign of electrical problems, have them fixed immediately, before things lead to a more serious problem.

However, you have to remember that with any electrical repairs, it always remains as one of the most risky tasks no matter how experienced you are. Therefore, you have to have the skills and knowledge to do the job, use the right tools, and most importantly observe safety measures before you start any electrical project.

Given that, you must turn off the circuit breaker before you start any electrical job. To make sure you have turned off the right breaker, use a voltage tester and if the light on the tester doesn’t lit up, that means the wire isn’t live and that you are ready to begin your job.

To avoid electrical problems such as electrocution or fire in your home, make sure to be vigilant for any potential electrical hazards. Don’t forget to keep your appliances away from water, check for correct wattage light bulbs, and check the insulation on a cord.

Additionally, see to it that there is a regular electrical inspection in your home. In order to determine the last electrical inspection date, check the door and cover of your electrical panel as these are the places where stickers with a date, signatures or initials are found.

It is always advised that you let any electrical repairs done by professional electrician no matter how simple the job may be. Do not take any risks especially if you are inexperienced when it comes to electrical problems as it is, again, a very dangerous job. If you ever decide to hire an electrical contractor in your area, make sure to choose the one that is qualified and licensed to do the job.

We love being in a technology-driven industry because new developments are being made each day. It brings us great pride that we work closely with the supplier of the Knightsbridge brand who are very forward thinking when it comes to new advancements, resulting in some pleasant surprises both to ourselves and to our customers.

If you can’t already tell, we are passionate about LED lighting here at LED Lightworld. LED bulbs are energy efficient, long lasting and just as bright as their traditional or halogen counterparts. Because of their small size, ideas like LED flex have become a reality. This nifty development in interior lighting may be worth considering if you are looking at illuminating the inside of a display cabinet or cupboard. It is provided on a reel with an adhesive backing, meaning that a successful installation thankfully comes with minimum effort. One important consideration is to plan where your cabling and related accessories are going to sit; not only is safety paramount, but placing cables in plain sight does tend to lose the magic somewhat. If you are concerned about safety, rest assured that the LED flex has a remarkably low operating temperature, which might help with regards to your decisions on placement.

So where can LED flex be used? The pleasant, ambient light is incredibly versatile. We have already discussed cabinet lighting, some of our customers report stunning results when installed underneath upper kitchen cabinets, with the flex shining down onto the worktop. Cupboard space above the flex allows for the cabling to be hidden, and added visibility on worktops is always a bonus. Some lines of LED flex are compatible with colour changing accessories, which make this and our other LED colour change products ideal for use in sensory rooms for those with special needs; or simply a kids’ bedroom or playroom with a funky twist.

Our top pick for cool kitchen connoisseurs is the range of pop-up power sockets. The kitchen is one room in the house where room is most likely to come at a premium; the creators of the Knightsbridge brand know this all too well. Pop-up power stations are an interesting and practical solution. They have a small, sleek, round profile on the counter surface when not in use, and can be extended with ease revealing 3x standard 3-pin power sockets. Because the pop-up fitting requires a space to retract into, the placement of such a device will have to be carefully thought out. It may be a case of weighing up the ideal placement for socket usage against the potential loss of a little cupboard space. You will also have to consider the space above the installation, taking into consideration how far up the fitting stands when extended. Will it be too tall to extend fully considering the placement of existing cupboards?

Don’t let this dissuade you, especially if you use a lot of handheld devices, are a lover of music, or both; we carry a version of our pop-up socket installation with 2x USB charging sockets (5V DC 2.1A), and a bluetooth enabled 2W RMS speaker (featuring a 3.5mm audio socket for devices without bluetooth connectivity), as well as 2x 3-pin power sockets. Any static wall-mounted desk or worktop with a thickness of 14-50mm, which is located in a place where sockets are required but space is scarce, can benefit from a pop-up installation

So if you are looking for something that fills a specific niche or just something a little quirky, LED Lightworld have you covered. Take time to peruse our ranges, you might just find some unusual gems that we haven’t mentioned here. Happy browsing!

Nowadays many devices use the USB port in order to connect to anything, including when it comes to charging the battery. Having a wall plate with at least one USB plug socket included, will give you the ability to charge your smartphone, tablet, camera and any other such device which uses a USB port. This way you will no longer need multiple adapters, and the USB socket from the socket outlet plate will provide a dedicated feed to recharge your device.

Modern life relies heavily on technology today, and technology requires power. Your home wall sockets are already used constantly by other devices, and you always need to unplug something so you can charge your tablet or smartphone. Using the USB plug socket will put an end to that because you will be able to charge your favourite devices while also keeping the regular sockets free to be used by anything else. This way you no longer have to fight with your friends and family over access to power sockets because you will have plenty of USB ports to use, for all your devices.

The installation of a plate that includes a USB plug socket isn’t difficult. If you have changed a regular socket outlet before, you will find this simple because it’s the same operation with a USB plug socket. You first need to turn off the power, then replace the old unit with the new, keeping note of cable markings for live, neutral and earth. Installing the new one should be quite straightforward but if not you can simply follow the product’s instructions on how to install it correctly. If in doubt consult your local electrician. Your new plate with at least one USB plug socket will now allow you to charge all your devices while also leaving the other sockets available for regular use. These socket outlets with integrated USB are available in standard white plastic twin plate, and single plate. Also available from Knightsbridge screwless range we have twin plate and single plate in a selection of different slimline finishes. Also now available in twin plate single electrical outlet and 4no. (quad) USB ports

Purchasing and installing a USB plug socket will bring you nothing but benefits to your home by making device charging simple without constantly unplugging other devices to make room for your charger.