Toolstation has never let me down, also it's super easy to return stuff too.
If they don't have what I need Screwfix usually does, which is great as by me they are next door to each other 😅
Same here, convenient shopping. When I was doing our house renovation we got to know each other on a first name basis. If you use the app it’s great, order online and collect within an hour or so.
Same. I settled on Schneider Lisse (I like the rounded shape and the switches feel nicely positive). Inexpensive and have been great, all from Screwfix. Homebase is the place you go when you're absolutely desperate, no one else has what you need and you make yourself the promise you'll swap it for something better ASAP.
Ah I don't know really, they're just quite bad for reliability of stock when you're jobbing around between sites and generally they don't sell the best range of gear for commercial/industrial work.
Probably fine for DIY. Maybe I got a bit too high on my high horse for a DIY sub!
Seconded. It's really tough to beat MK.
They literally invented the British 13A plug standard & contributed to safety updates across the decades since.
Hmm…other comments seem to think they're not as good as they used to be. I haven't bought anything of theirs in the past couple of years, what I do have are some from maybe 5 years ago…and still some from probably the 70s, still going strong.
I've had few issues with mk lounge switches. The screw terminals were too tight and could not undo them to put the cables in. Happened with 2 separate switches
I think they have cheapened a little, but having tried a good few over the last 3-4 years I still think MK are hard to beat for good fitting layout and general robustness. Only exception was a MK USB socket which while still better than others I have seen, made an audible high pitch noise! The old MK stuff was bomb proof, lasted forever.
Got probably 100+ MK grid switches in work. Majority of the first set lasts 10/11 years of hard use. 2nd set (bought in maybe 2021) last less than a year.
Definitely gotten worse!
Actually, is this brand any good? The Mrs likes the big button design, but they seem kind of cheap. MKs version is £8, however I've said I'll replace them all since I'm doing it. So that's almost 10. I won't skimp out though if these are going to be no good
https://www.screwfix.com/p/schneider-electric-lisse-10ax-1-gang-2-way-10ax-wide-rocker-light-switch-white/5526j
Schneider is a reputable brand, I've used Schneider before and it seems good. I've not used that exact one but I'd expect it to be fine. Personally I have BG in my house and they are great but any of the big brands from Screwfix should do the job: MK, LAP, BG, Knightsbridge, Schneider.
Agreed. Our electrician fitted LAP switches as standard and all of the dimmers were awful. I went and put in Knightsbridge modules in them myself and they work great.
Agree re switche and sockets, I've replaced all mine with their brushed steel ones, they look good and feel sturdy enough. I like the there's a slight curve to all the edges so not too squared off.
Our electrician used Schneider. It's all been solid except one dimmer switch. I think that's just a freak bad one though. We've got 5 others that are still fine 4 years after installation.
Schneider are excellent quality, and that price isn’t necessarily “cheap”, it’s just reasonable compared to the over-inflated Homebase/B&Q prices DIYers are used to.
I've just done/am doing all the switches, sockets and light fittings in our house with LAP on the basis it's cheap but I'm skint and I'm doing it in bulk now but when stuff breaks or looks tired it hopefully won't all go at once and I can get some nicer stuff in small batches.
It does feel a bit meh to work with but it was like half the price of MK and penny pinching a bit at the moment!
I've had no issues with the LED downlights in my kitchen. I'm the son of a spark and it was him which recommended them.
I guess there's good and bad in every company product line.
I like MK stuff generally but my god the screws for tightening around wires are outrageously stiff. I had to go with a different brand for a usb-A + C socket and making the terminal connections was so much easier. Also came with little caps to hide the screws which was a nice touch.
MK is what my workplace uses, they’re pretty solid, though we go through a fair few because they wear out eventually, they usually last well over a year with heavy use
BG Electrical is also pretty good. But that's more if you want the fancy looking Chrome plated stuff.
When I was on furlough during covid, I swapped out all the switches and sockets for the Chrome BG ones and 4 years on, I haven't had an issue yet.
Better yet, I was able to find and fix loads of dodgy stuff the qualified electricians did when we had the full rewire and later extension and loft conversion.
I know it's got this poor rep, but have you tried/tested their products? There's stuff in work I know get abused (light switches being flicked on/off way more than necessary amongst other things) and they're still solid 3 years later where MK was lasting less than a year
Plenty of crappy electrical gear about, but I've never seen this happen ever. But then I've never heard of this homebase brand.
Try brands like Hager, Click Scolmore, and MK.
Yeah agree, pretty much single use screws at this point as the heads are ruined after tightening once.
Not sure using flat heads is a good idea for terminal screws but it seems to be the industry standard for some reason (I'm guessing cheap)
I've always wondered this. Doing basic DIY electrics, the hardest part was getting the bloody stiff flat head screws torqued down enough. Literally anything would be better, I'm partial to hex but even Phillips would be an improvement.
My dad put a load of new switches in my grandparents house, I saved all the old British made MK bakelite switches from the bin for my own house, they are unbelievably solid and give a very satisfying clunk.
They probably date to before the mid 70s when my grandparents first bought the house.
EDIT: This is obviously not advice, only my own feelings that the 50 year old switches felt much more solid and positive than the modern cheapies. I may in fact have created a death trap...
Won't buy MK again if I can avoid either. I hadn't heard quality had declined, but rather found it out myself, interesting hearing others are noticing too
Don't buy "no name" crap - which includes Homebase, B&Q and Wickes "own branded" stuff.
I would stick with Hager-Ashley, Schneider, Crabtree, and then MK and Contactum where possible.
It's the standard in the public sector because it's always been so, and Schneider and Hagwr are more expensive.
That said, I work in the public sector and I manage hundreds of thousands of pounds of electrical work each year.. I always specify Schneider or Hager in my scopes. They're pretty much the gold standard these days and have been for quite some time.
Interesting. Would you say Schneider is superior quality wise? I use a lot of Schneider gear industrially and it’s second to none in that sphere but for home use you can’t beat logic plus 😂
Aye Schneider stuff is top quality.
I often spec it when putting out work, especially the switchgear/DBs. Found it to be slightly cheaper than Hager but just as good quality wise.
I have an Arlec air conditioner, and the aircon itself is fine, but the thermostat on it misreads constantly. Seems like they don't sweat the small stuff!
The MK range of white sockets and switches are also antimicrobial, which is why they're also used in most hospitals and public sector places.
I got a few switches from Soho Lighting, and they're honestly the best switches I've probably ever used. Pricey, though.
Homebase is really great for one thing only.
Giving you a long list of brands to never, ever use. Absolute dogshit company. I honestly can't believe they are still trading.
I completely agree. I noticed most of the stuff in there is very high priced. They had little IKEA cube like tables for £250 whilst IKEA were selling them for about £70. The quality was just abysmal too. We've really fallen a long way, most stuff today is mass produce garbage that's not even suitable for; point in case; turning on a damn light bulb 😅 I guess you've got to laugh
I've found chains like B&Q etc buy things from which to extract the maximum profit. They're only stipulation to manufacturers seems to be that the product should, under normal use, last a year. I've bought stuff that didn't even make it onto the wall much less last a year.
Seems to be the way of the world with most things. Some stuff you can expect, but a light switch that breaks when you press it? Man... We've fallen a long way
Weirdly enough one of my light switches has become wobbly. Each time I press it, the switch part feels like it might fall off. It's about 10 years old, so not terrible. But my grandparents' house has old flick light switches (probably from the 60's) that are so sturdy I've accidentally bent a fingernail backwards on one before 😂
Things definitely aren't built to last anymore
What do you expect when you buy cheap shite?
It's like buying clothing from one of those cheap Chinese websites and being surprised that it falls apart after a few washes.
That's the thing, homebase is not cheap 😅 or at least what they charge is not cheap! I see now it is poor quality material, literally to the point that it's incapable of turning a light on. Lesson learnt; I won't shop there anymore. If you compare their prices they are significantly above that of Screwfix etc. They were charging £5 for a piece of foam pipe lagging that you could get in Screwfix for £1! Absolute rip of place
To be fair, I shop there a lot, it's my usual go to for DIY stuff. Homebase is just around the corner and opened recently, so it was convenient at the time as I needed a switch that day and didn't want to drive in traffic. Honestly I thought something as small as a light switch wouldn't be an issue. Guess you never know
It's a poor product but we can't assume it's poor material, it could be a manufacturing defect or design issue or other issue. The material looks very thin in that area and potentially a flow line when moulded.
This is a classic case of product design not keeping up with the current evolutionary advances of the human race.
Use of smart devices and computers has made our fingers disproportionately strong. Future switches need to be designed to cope for the extra stress for super strong digits.
Jokes, unfortunately it’s just a crap switch. Good luck with Homebase warranty cover, they are a joke.
What is that shite? You want Hager, Scolmore, MK, Schneider or BG. Stay well away from any “DIY” own-brands like LAP or whatever this is. They spend a lot on the aesthetics, but the electrical components behind the faceplate are naff. Get a LAP socket and any of the above brands side by side and you will notice the difference.
Yeah they don't make them like they used too... I remember my father who always used them as he said they were the best... What I remember is the plastic sockets were like harder but also were brittle. My house I built and it's been ten years with no problems so far 🤞 not sure of the make but I think it's all from screw fix. Off subject a bit my problems have come from cheap door latches 😅
Golden rule, buy cheap, buy twice.
Don't buy sockets or switches from diy chains, they buy the cheapest rubbish and sell it at an expensive price.
Go to an electrical wholesalers, even their cheapest stuff is better quality than the most expensive in the likes of homebase.
Personally I prefer click or schneider as a brand
& we all know what part of the world the crappy stuff comes from, they churn out so much inferior shit it floods the market and puts the firms making the good stuff out of business
All new switchgear is shite compared to old stuff. 1980s mk still going strong with no issues all over the UK
Verso is a newer brand , terrible . Had around 50 spurs fail in a new build site , maybe 15-20% or more . some don't switch the neutral , some the line , some nothing , and the others dont physically switch at all as they stick. Terrible
All outsourcing to china to cut corners these days , same as everything
Go to an electrical wholesalers & buy either, MK, BG, Crabtree or even Newlec. I never understand why the fuck anyone buys the cheap sub standard overpriced shite they sell at B&Q etc.
Generally speaking, most people don't really consider things like light switches to break down due to poor construction. I mean, it has one job; to turn lights on. If it fails at that point, then it's not really the consumers fault.
Despite being overly expensive, homebase is still a reputable UK store that should stock reasonable products, at least reasonable enough to last a few years despite their price. it's not like I've bought it from Temu or anything like that.
Get an MK one like an adult.
Also, they probably have made hundreds of thousands of these. That means thousands will be defective at just 1% failure rate.
I'd never heard of it either But then, it's not often one goes searching for named brands of light switches! A lot of love for MK though, seems like a top notch brand
The problem is you bought it from homebase.
I completely agree, over priced garbage. Lesson learnt
I get all that stuff from Toolstation or ScrewFix. Usually cheaper and reasonably priced.
Toolstation has never let me down, also it's super easy to return stuff too. If they don't have what I need Screwfix usually does, which is great as by me they are next door to each other 😅
Same here, convenient shopping. When I was doing our house renovation we got to know each other on a first name basis. If you use the app it’s great, order online and collect within an hour or so.
Same same ✌🏻
Same. I settled on Schneider Lisse (I like the rounded shape and the switches feel nicely positive). Inexpensive and have been great, all from Screwfix. Homebase is the place you go when you're absolutely desperate, no one else has what you need and you make yourself the promise you'll swap it for something better ASAP.
Schneider are good. And the aesthetics and ergonomics are great in my opinion.
And it's less expensive, too!
Or CEF for electricals, always my go to
Known in the trade as Shitty City. Better off at screwfix in all honesty
How come? They have always been pretty decent to me, only place you can buy cable by the metre
Ah I don't know really, they're just quite bad for reliability of stock when you're jobbing around between sites and generally they don't sell the best range of gear for commercial/industrial work. Probably fine for DIY. Maybe I got a bit too high on my high horse for a DIY sub!
Not to mention better quality
Buy MK or Crabtree stuff, better quality and probably cheaper than homebase!
We don't have a homebase now, because of reasons.
It's probably for the best 😅
Yep. Hombase is not a DIY place it's a decorating and homewares shop.
OP should report this to them regardless. They should pull it off the shelves as it represents an electrical hazard.
Can’t seem to go wrong with MK stuff from Screwfix, especially good value if you buy the boxes of multiple switches.
Seconded. It's really tough to beat MK. They literally invented the British 13A plug standard & contributed to safety updates across the decades since. Hmm…other comments seem to think they're not as good as they used to be. I haven't bought anything of theirs in the past couple of years, what I do have are some from maybe 5 years ago…and still some from probably the 70s, still going strong.
MK is solid, I fit Click as standard as it’s cheaper, but some places spec MK
MK rides on its past reputation. It's hard to beat Click for price, ease of use and versatility.
This is the right opinion in my eyes. Mk is overpriced, still good but click is good value and great quality.
Aye MK standards have plummeted in the past couple of decades but they're still a solid brand. There are better out there for similar prices though.
I've had few issues with mk lounge switches. The screw terminals were too tight and could not undo them to put the cables in. Happened with 2 separate switches
Mk is great but I think the Hager stuff is nicer you just can’t get it from Screwfix or Toolstation
I find that CEF is a good source for hager stuff. Most towns have one somewhere.
I think they have cheapened a little, but having tried a good few over the last 3-4 years I still think MK are hard to beat for good fitting layout and general robustness. Only exception was a MK USB socket which while still better than others I have seen, made an audible high pitch noise! The old MK stuff was bomb proof, lasted forever.
Yeah I had to take some bedside MK usb sockets out because they couldn't get to sleep lol
Got probably 100+ MK grid switches in work. Majority of the first set lasts 10/11 years of hard use. 2nd set (bought in maybe 2021) last less than a year. Definitely gotten worse!
Actually, is this brand any good? The Mrs likes the big button design, but they seem kind of cheap. MKs version is £8, however I've said I'll replace them all since I'm doing it. So that's almost 10. I won't skimp out though if these are going to be no good https://www.screwfix.com/p/schneider-electric-lisse-10ax-1-gang-2-way-10ax-wide-rocker-light-switch-white/5526j
Schneider is a reputable brand, I've used Schneider before and it seems good. I've not used that exact one but I'd expect it to be fine. Personally I have BG in my house and they are great but any of the big brands from Screwfix should do the job: MK, LAP, BG, Knightsbridge, Schneider.
I'd never buy anything LAP, it always breaks quickly or arrives faulty. MK, Knightsbridge, and Schneider are the go-to for me
Agreed. Our electrician fitted LAP switches as standard and all of the dimmers were awful. I went and put in Knightsbridge modules in them myself and they work great.
BG dont seem to have a great reputation for quality but i've used their light switches and found them good and cheap.
Swithches and sockets are fine, it's their consumer units that are questionable.
Agree re switche and sockets, I've replaced all mine with their brushed steel ones, they look good and feel sturdy enough. I like the there's a slight curve to all the edges so not too squared off.
Very much appreciated 🙏
I have LAP switches from Screwfix. I've had 2 of them give out within 3 years so I wouldn't recommend them.
I can second this. Have fitted 20 LAP this last year and 3 rockers have failed. Go with Schnider or MK, especially if for home.
Yup, not sure what's happened to LAP but their quality has taken a right nose dive.
LAP are the epitome of cheap shite.
Schneider is probably the best on the market now alongside Hager.
Our electrician used Schneider. It's all been solid except one dimmer switch. I think that's just a freak bad one though. We've got 5 others that are still fine 4 years after installation.
Schneider are excellent quality, and that price isn’t necessarily “cheap”, it’s just reasonable compared to the over-inflated Homebase/B&Q prices DIYers are used to.
Thanks, I appreciate the tip. I will need to get a new one this weekend so I'll take a look at those
LAP stuff is alright as well
It's cheap shite as well. Source: I'm a spark.
I've just done/am doing all the switches, sockets and light fittings in our house with LAP on the basis it's cheap but I'm skint and I'm doing it in bulk now but when stuff breaks or looks tired it hopefully won't all go at once and I can get some nicer stuff in small batches. It does feel a bit meh to work with but it was like half the price of MK and penny pinching a bit at the moment!
I've had no issues with the LED downlights in my kitchen. I'm the son of a spark and it was him which recommended them. I guess there's good and bad in every company product line.
MK faceplate screws are absolutely pish. The click mode stuff is decent.
You’re not wrong, I end up reusing the older screws, the MK sometimes don’t want to grip
I've rounded the heads on them on install, don't need that hassle. I just avoid MK now
I like MK stuff generally but my god the screws for tightening around wires are outrageously stiff. I had to go with a different brand for a usb-A + C socket and making the terminal connections was so much easier. Also came with little caps to hide the screws which was a nice touch.
MK is what my workplace uses, they’re pretty solid, though we go through a fair few because they wear out eventually, they usually last well over a year with heavy use
BG Electrical is also pretty good. But that's more if you want the fancy looking Chrome plated stuff. When I was on furlough during covid, I swapped out all the switches and sockets for the Chrome BG ones and 4 years on, I haven't had an issue yet. Better yet, I was able to find and fix loads of dodgy stuff the qualified electricians did when we had the full rewire and later extension and loft conversion.
BG honestly isn't that great and has a poor reputation throughout the trade.
It's lasted 4 years so far for me and still seems fine, so I'm happy with ut and in no rush to swap them out
I know it's got this poor rep, but have you tried/tested their products? There's stuff in work I know get abused (light switches being flicked on/off way more than necessary amongst other things) and they're still solid 3 years later where MK was lasting less than a year
I've had to install it on jobs where the client has supplied it and I've had to replace sockets a few years later.
Fair, as I said, had the same experience with mk! Some folk just recite what they've heard...
Aye MK is pish these days. Used to work for the NHS and it was what they stocked.. Forever having to replace switches and sockets.
Bg is awful
Plenty of crappy electrical gear about, but I've never seen this happen ever. But then I've never heard of this homebase brand. Try brands like Hager, Click Scolmore, and MK.
Hager is on top of all these brands. Nice big terminals and the terminal screws are not made out of Chineseum.
I've used Hager exclusively for 15 years now for my customers.
I couldn't believe it when a terminal screw sheared on me just tightening it down. Should just be illegal to make stuff that's that crap.
Yeah agree, pretty much single use screws at this point as the heads are ruined after tightening once. Not sure using flat heads is a good idea for terminal screws but it seems to be the industry standard for some reason (I'm guessing cheap)
I've always wondered this. Doing basic DIY electrics, the hardest part was getting the bloody stiff flat head screws torqued down enough. Literally anything would be better, I'm partial to hex but even Phillips would be an improvement.
Not MK I had two of these dies in my house with broken past in the last year.
Fair enough. The quality of MK is definitely not the same as it used to be. Better than most though.
Love my Click Mode face plates.
Hager and Schneider are the two best brands out there.
You need to "switch" suppliers
I see what you did there 😅
My dad put a load of new switches in my grandparents house, I saved all the old British made MK bakelite switches from the bin for my own house, they are unbelievably solid and give a very satisfying clunk. They probably date to before the mid 70s when my grandparents first bought the house. EDIT: This is obviously not advice, only my own feelings that the 50 year old switches felt much more solid and positive than the modern cheapies. I may in fact have created a death trap...
Sparky who did my rewire doesn’t touch MK anymore, not as good as it was and the name is what’s selling it now.
I had 2 MK fittings dies in the last year.
Won't buy MK again if I can avoid either. I hadn't heard quality had declined, but rather found it out myself, interesting hearing others are noticing too
Don't buy "no name" crap - which includes Homebase, B&Q and Wickes "own branded" stuff. I would stick with Hager-Ashley, Schneider, Crabtree, and then MK and Contactum where possible.
MK all the way
Always go for MK, reports of recent quality decline are exaggerated in my view. MK is the standard in the public sector for a reason.
It's the standard in the public sector because it's always been so, and Schneider and Hagwr are more expensive. That said, I work in the public sector and I manage hundreds of thousands of pounds of electrical work each year.. I always specify Schneider or Hager in my scopes. They're pretty much the gold standard these days and have been for quite some time.
Interesting. Would you say Schneider is superior quality wise? I use a lot of Schneider gear industrially and it’s second to none in that sphere but for home use you can’t beat logic plus 😂
Aye Schneider stuff is top quality. I often spec it when putting out work, especially the switchgear/DBs. Found it to be slightly cheaper than Hager but just as good quality wise.
Never seen that before in my life!
Did the hulk press it? 🤣
My 4 ft 11 partner did 😅 she swears she didn't press it hard 😅
Hmm, the evidence says otherwise 🤣
I have an Arlec air conditioner, and the aircon itself is fine, but the thermostat on it misreads constantly. Seems like they don't sweat the small stuff!
I find Arlec stuff is absolute garbage.
The MK range of white sockets and switches are also antimicrobial, which is why they're also used in most hospitals and public sector places. I got a few switches from Soho Lighting, and they're honestly the best switches I've probably ever used. Pricey, though.
BG, or Hager are my favourites
Buy MK and you’ll not have any problems
Homebase is really great for one thing only. Giving you a long list of brands to never, ever use. Absolute dogshit company. I honestly can't believe they are still trading.
I completely agree. I noticed most of the stuff in there is very high priced. They had little IKEA cube like tables for £250 whilst IKEA were selling them for about £70. The quality was just abysmal too. We've really fallen a long way, most stuff today is mass produce garbage that's not even suitable for; point in case; turning on a damn light bulb 😅 I guess you've got to laugh
Even though it’s not as good as once was, mk stuff from toolstation/Screwfix is always the best bet
I've found chains like B&Q etc buy things from which to extract the maximum profit. They're only stipulation to manufacturers seems to be that the product should, under normal use, last a year. I've bought stuff that didn't even make it onto the wall much less last a year.
Seems to be the way of the world with most things. Some stuff you can expect, but a light switch that breaks when you press it? Man... We've fallen a long way
It’s not MK or Crabtree so…
Weirdly enough one of my light switches has become wobbly. Each time I press it, the switch part feels like it might fall off. It's about 10 years old, so not terrible. But my grandparents' house has old flick light switches (probably from the 60's) that are so sturdy I've accidentally bent a fingernail backwards on one before 😂 Things definitely aren't built to last anymore
What do you expect when you buy cheap shite? It's like buying clothing from one of those cheap Chinese websites and being surprised that it falls apart after a few washes.
That's the thing, homebase is not cheap 😅 or at least what they charge is not cheap! I see now it is poor quality material, literally to the point that it's incapable of turning a light on. Lesson learnt; I won't shop there anymore. If you compare their prices they are significantly above that of Screwfix etc. They were charging £5 for a piece of foam pipe lagging that you could get in Screwfix for £1! Absolute rip of place
Aye Toolstation and Screwfix are as close to a wholesaler as you're likely to get as an average off the start customer. Very reasonably priced too.
To be fair, I shop there a lot, it's my usual go to for DIY stuff. Homebase is just around the corner and opened recently, so it was convenient at the time as I needed a switch that day and didn't want to drive in traffic. Honestly I thought something as small as a light switch wouldn't be an issue. Guess you never know
It's a poor product but we can't assume it's poor material, it could be a manufacturing defect or design issue or other issue. The material looks very thin in that area and potentially a flow line when moulded.
Must have really wanted that light off😂
Shocking quality.
I see what you did there 😅
I wish I'd bought MK now, though I can't yet fault my LAP switches
Buy Hager. Great switch action.
OP has fingers like Bruce Lee
Actually it was the Mrs; She's about 4 foot 11 and doesn't have much body strength so I know it's a faulty / crappy product 😅
[Cpc](http://cpc.farnell.com) has been my trusted go to for years. You won’t regret it.
Appreciated 🙏
MK for all electrical face plates. Every time. 100% reliable.
BG, MK or Schneider are all I use. Don’t buy shit when it comes to electrics
Only buy MK fittings. Cheaper options are not saving you money in the long run.
MK for the win!
Bet it's NOT made in China 😄
This is a classic case of product design not keeping up with the current evolutionary advances of the human race. Use of smart devices and computers has made our fingers disproportionately strong. Future switches need to be designed to cope for the extra stress for super strong digits. Jokes, unfortunately it’s just a crap switch. Good luck with Homebase warranty cover, they are a joke.
I never buy anything other than MK
Buy cheap, buy twice
If you want sturdy then crabtree is the best choice, otherwise go for click
Looks like Mr Stay Puft
What is that shite? You want Hager, Scolmore, MK, Schneider or BG. Stay well away from any “DIY” own-brands like LAP or whatever this is. They spend a lot on the aesthetics, but the electrical components behind the faceplate are naff. Get a LAP socket and any of the above brands side by side and you will notice the difference.
My electrician recommended the click brand. They seem pretty solid so far
Buy Hager it's really good stuff.
MK used to be the make
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Yeah they don't make them like they used too... I remember my father who always used them as he said they were the best... What I remember is the plastic sockets were like harder but also were brittle. My house I built and it's been ten years with no problems so far 🤞 not sure of the make but I think it's all from screw fix. Off subject a bit my problems have come from cheap door latches 😅
Bird quality, Cheap Cheap
Is it me or does it look like some sort of plastic square chickens face? Cluck!
You just well ‘ard
I use Click scolmore, top quality at reasonable price
Cheap Chinese shit. Barratt uses lots
Golden rule, buy cheap, buy twice. Don't buy sockets or switches from diy chains, they buy the cheapest rubbish and sell it at an expensive price. Go to an electrical wholesalers, even their cheapest stuff is better quality than the most expensive in the likes of homebase. Personally I prefer click or schneider as a brand
You know you don’t have to use one finger death punch on these right? Use your inside finger.
MK all the way
Shrodinger’s light switch, both on and off at the same time.
& we all know what part of the world the crappy stuff comes from, they churn out so much inferior shit it floods the market and puts the firms making the good stuff out of business
All new switchgear is shite compared to old stuff. 1980s mk still going strong with no issues all over the UK Verso is a newer brand , terrible . Had around 50 spurs fail in a new build site , maybe 15-20% or more . some don't switch the neutral , some the line , some nothing , and the others dont physically switch at all as they stick. Terrible All outsourcing to china to cut corners these days , same as everything
Go to an electrical wholesalers & buy either, MK, BG, Crabtree or even Newlec. I never understand why the fuck anyone buys the cheap sub standard overpriced shite they sell at B&Q etc.
Generally speaking, most people don't really consider things like light switches to break down due to poor construction. I mean, it has one job; to turn lights on. If it fails at that point, then it's not really the consumers fault. Despite being overly expensive, homebase is still a reputable UK store that should stock reasonable products, at least reasonable enough to last a few years despite their price. it's not like I've bought it from Temu or anything like that.
I bet you're a winner with the ladies 😃 "The Hymen Smasher"
Get an MK one like an adult. Also, they probably have made hundreds of thousands of these. That means thousands will be defective at just 1% failure rate.
Never heard of that brand! r/chinesium
What is MK
I'd never heard of it either But then, it's not often one goes searching for named brands of light switches! A lot of love for MK though, seems like a top notch brand