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Faulty lamp wiring?
*miaomiao*
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Hello!
We have a lamp (40w max) that keeps blowing the bulbs when it is turned on. I have considered rewiring the lamp, but wondered if:
a) This is safe.
b) What will I need to do this? I have looked online and in shops to see about a rewiring kit, but think I will need to go to an independent hardware shop for some help!
Thank you!
We have a lamp (40w max) that keeps blowing the bulbs when it is turned on. I have considered rewiring the lamp, but wondered if:
a) This is safe.
b) What will I need to do this? I have looked online and in shops to see about a rewiring kit, but think I will need to go to an independent hardware shop for some help!
Thank you!
:A Thanks to all the lovely people who contribute their advice! :A
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First make sure you are buying good quality bulbs - NOT Ikea, tesco etc.
Second, make sure that the bulbs are firmly in the bulb holder. If they are screw in ones then go tighter than you think.
If the lamp is old, then it might be faulty and not always possible to rewire. If it can be done, then Probably best done by a specialist, but it won't be cheap0
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