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Electrician, Bec Sparky and industry experts share ideas and innovative electrical solutions to help with your build.

LED Downlights

Bec explains about the different colour temperature options in Clipsal LED downlights and their uses.

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Lighting and Control

Get the most out of your lighting control by pairing Clipsal switches and Clipsal Lighting to suit your home décor and stay within budget.

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Clipsal Switch Ranges

We have a wide range of switches and sockets that are suitable for all budgets, home designs and lifestyles. Design your home to suit you.

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Ceiling Fans

Ceilings fans are useful in summer and winter.

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Renovation Tips – Handy Hints

Just like the rest of the items in your home, your home electrical accessories require regular care and maintenance. Listen to Bec Sparky and learn how to care for them properly.

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Renovation Tips - Innovative Solutions

Bec Sparky shares a few innovative electrical solutions to help you and your home renovation.

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Stories of Interior Designers

Art Eureka and FlexArt - designing across the Globe

Alexey Gusev and Guseva Nadezhda from Art Eureka
Elena and Vladimir Romanov from FlexArt

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Electrical Considerations

Essential questions to ask yourself before planning your home’s electrical requirements

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Think Power. Save Money.

Don't let energy prices hold you back from comfort.

Combat rising energy consumption and costs without sacrificing your lifestyle with products that provide comfort, convenience, safety and security for your home.

Materials

Plastic isn’t your only option when it comes to selecting light switches and outlet covers. Today, these electrical fittings are made with a variety of materials, including wood, aluminum, glass, stone, marble, laminate, leather, and stainless steel.

Wiser Link works with your lifestyle, it’s like having your own personal energy coach that monitors your power, gas and water consumption in your home so you can understand how and when you are using excess energy. Take control of your energy consumption and reduce those costly energy bills.

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Personalise your electrical fittings

Before you purchase any new light switches or outlet covers, do a walk through inspection of your home. Think about what styles, colors, and finishes will complement each room’s decor or mood. Also think about how the lights will be used in each room so you can select the appropriate switch design.

Stylish, well-crafted switches and outlets are an integral part of your home’s interior decor. Keep these considerations top of mind when shopping, and your electrical fittings are sure to light up your home.

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What’s the point of a budget?

Budgeting is the foundation of any renovation or building a new home but you shouldn’t look at budgets as the killer of dreams. A proper design (new or renovation) can add value to your property, improve your lifestyle and even save you money in the long run with new energy efficient technology. They are not the be all and end all but can actually help you in the long run.

They can help when it comes to setting your goals, making those tough decisions and give you some control over the project. When budgeting you should consider how much money you have available, how much you will need to borrow or, if you are planning on selling, how much profit can you make from this renovation.

When you first start thinking about planning your budget, it can be hard to know where to start so make sure you do your research. Some factors to consider when creating your budget include:

  • The main costs that will be involved.
  • Areas are you renovating.
  • Seek advice and multiple quotes so you have an idea what you are in for.
  • Check if there are any restrictions
  • Where will you live during the time of the renovation
  • Speak to your bank if you require a loan or change your mortgage

Electrical Checklist

To help save you time with your home electrical design, download the checklist. Allocate all the electrical accessories you want for each room, choose your style and which configuration you need.

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Expert Articles

 

Learn from experts in their fields from electricity savings to interior design.

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Could you live in a house with no bills?

Imagine the future where you live in a home that texts you when you have used too much power or have the air-con turned on before you get home but most importantly, you won’t have to pay a cent!

Go to Domain.com.au to read more.

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Top tips for saving on your electricity bill

Learn how to cut thousands from your summer electricity bills with top tips from experts in the field. 

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4 Reasons to Improve Your Home’s IQ

A quarter of Australian homes are investing in smart technology......

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Cut power bills this winter

Winter is well and truly here. While it’s easy to throw washing in the dryer, crank up the heater and get out the electric blanket, this leaves us with a fat bill on our doorstep as the season passes.

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How to set and stick to your budget

Budgets can be tricky things to manage but check out these articles that can help you scope out your budget and stick to it!

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Clipsal Clipspec Consultations

Whether you’re building or renovating, Clipspec™ Electrical and Lighting Planning will give you the inspiration and answers to any questions, and make your home a dream home! After one meeting, you’ll leave armed with loads of inspiration, and a detailed electrical and lighting plan. The included bill of materials also itemises pricing, so you can discuss your project in detail with your electrical contractor or builder.

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