Tag Archives: Wiring

Home Improvement: How to Install Lighted Wall Sconces

If you want to add a touch of ambiance to a cozy room, wall sconces may be just the ticket. Chandeliers can also add extra attractive lighting to a dark courtyard. It is very easy to install them, since they can be a major part of remodeling projects. They can be installed at any time […]

Home Automation Cable 101: Wiring “Smart Homes”

By 2006, nearly half of all housing starts will include “built-in wiring.” With this specialized “smart” wiring package, you can connect multiple computers within your home, multiple satellite channels on multiple TVs, monitor security cameras from your TV or PC, and control your home energy consumption from anywhere in the world. A structured wiring package […]

Residential Wiring Diagrams: Who Needs Them?

You will benefit from using residential wiring diagrams if you plan on completing electrical wiring projects in your home. An electrical wiring diagram can be as simple as a diagram showing how to install a new switch in your hallway, or as complex as the complete electrical blueprint for your new home. Although household electricity […]

An Educated Shopper Can Buy Electrical Wiring for Home & Residential Use

When people go to a local residential home improvement store, such as Home Depot or Menards, or the local HWI or Ace Hardware to buy wire for home improvement, they are often not treated fairly by those retailers. An informed buyer can avoid the pitfalls that await them! People who do not do electrical wiring […]