Outdoor Light - Easy Installation without touching the house electrics.

[@topgazza]

As always clearly explained and as an ex electrician I can say easy for non experts to follow

[@ProperDIY]

Thank you very much especially coming from an electrician.

[@andyhawkes3335]

Never an ex electrician

[@raychambers3646]

@@andyhawkes3335 so true ,when you enter a room do you always look up to see the lights , sign of true sparky!

[@mrwezbmx]

@@raychambers3646 even on holiday i check the quality of conduit and traywork haha

[@jonniebosh2238]

Love the tip about greasing the thread on the light, that’s something not everyone would think about. Nice one

[@ikabod6908]

Vasaline instead of grease.

[@hamoudsudan]

Thanks I enjoyed this....I am not even planning to install outdoor lights yet I couldn't stop watching till the end lol

[@ProperDIY]

I'm glad you enjoyed it!

[@paulhayles6947]

As an electrician for 31 years, you get a thumbs up. Well done. Clearly explained.

[@ProperDIY]

Thank you very much. As always I do very much appreciate positive comments from electricians!

[@JP_TaVeryMuch]

​@@ProperDIY As always, another down to earth reply.

[@wiktorpelczar527]

As an electrician do you now think that having a light on most likely 32A circuit breaker would be a little unsafe. You could argue that there is a 13A fuse use in the plug but thats still quite a low level of protection. But apart from that i do agree the work has been explained very clearly and completed to an acceptable standard

[@markgarland9657]

Just installed three of these exact lights today, and made sure that I followed the tips in the video, including greasing the threads. Keep up the good work.

[@harryinhuahin1272]

I love the way your videos are aimed at the people who unknowingly might be fully capable of DIY but have been over cautious to try anything... . . . which is why I'm always amused by the "know-all" experts (on so many YT channels) who forever assert you SHOULD do it this way, or SHOULD have done that... ;-)

[@ProperDIY]

Thank you very much!

[@normanjones8208]

For goodness sake where have you been all my life , from a DIY point of view . You keep explaining things so well and addressing the tricky bits that make the difference between a good job and a slight bodge up , thanks .

[@ProperDIY]

Wow, thank you! Nice of you to think so.

[@lexingtonlad5745]

The best diy channel on the tube.

[@DoctorElectricYouTube]

Hi Stuart, as an Electrician that also has a KZbin channel it's clear that you take pride in your work. As an Electrician what I would've done differently is to not have the conduit on show within the house, I would possibly have taken the feed via the socket circuit and then onto a fused connection unit with nothing really being on show inside the house. You have the right idea in that as it's a class 1 fitting you need to make sure that it has good Earth continuity. I would also have checked to see if the house has an RCD fitted as it's an outside class 1 fitting. Also I would've fitted a 3A fuse. Everyone has their strengths and weaknesses, you will undoubtedly be able to do a lot more DIY work than I can. I would recommend to anyone that if they're confused by this video to get an Electrician in to complete the work, you're probably only looking at 1.5 hours labour to fit it as I just said.

[@keziasarah]

How much do you think an electrician would charge to do this job

[@DoctorElectricYouTube]

@@keziasarah If it is how this video is and the customer was supplying the light fitting then I would be charging about £150

[@keziasarah]

@@DoctorElectricKZbin thanks appreciate your reply

[@lewismclean6285]

​@@DoctorElectricKZbinas a trademans myself I could think of anything worse than paying another bloke £100 an hour (minus expenses) to fit a light 😂 absolute daylight that is.

[@DoctorElectricYouTube]

And that is one of the reasons I have a full diary, because "electrical work is easy", until you mess it up and then you have to call us in! We have been to so many jobs where the kitchen fitter or builder has done the work and it is very rough! Keep doing what you're doing, my mortgage appreciates it!@@lewismclean6285

[@goldroversix]

Good tips on this channel for the clueless amongst us, myself having no tools and no DIY talent at all, I got lucky, didnt have to drillI, i noticed loose mortar by outside upstairs window sill, when poked it went right through, so i ran a new tv ariel through and bought a 8W Luceco prewired sensor lamp, they are fitted with enough lead to go through your wall, just put a plug on with a 3 amp fuse, and a tube of Stixall filled in the hole, to my amazement the light and tv ariel are still in place and working

[@jeteon]

I'm really enjoying being able to remember more and more clips from the intro

[@mariuszengland]

Best DIY channel on KZbin

[@ProperDIY]

Very kind of you to say that

[@harryinhuahin1272]

Ditto...

[@HigherHealing247]

This man has very strong knowledge god bless his heart and soul

[@ajmaloleary3553]

Another great video. I love that you include your little struggles and errors, such as the resistant sharpie pen.

[@ProperDIY]

Thank you

[@stephenphillip5656]

For one horrible moment, I thought we were going to hear "A Technical Term" when the Sharpie refused to budge...😱....🤣. Great videos, Stuart. Subscribed!

[@alanl3437]

Adding grease onto the threads is a good idea to reduce the chance of rusting. Thanks for sharing.

[@ProffyChaos]

I love how we have all been there - we think we have a great idea and then something gets stuck. Thanks for the video - I am going to install a light from off the garage this way.

[@barrylowe2971]

Another excellent video and one that might just save me getting an electrician in to fit a light in the shared path between my neighbour and myself. Clear and simple explanation. Top job!

[@brutwinky6492]

Be careful if you wire it like that and your neighbour get a shock you would be liable to prosecution.

[@wildforesthome6563]

A diyer who knows what they are doing, makes a change. I'm trained industrial, commercial and domestic electrician. They extra terminal in the timeclock may be a loop terminal for the earth, but unless stated on supplied wiring diagram your way is better. I would suggest to anyone doing this to make sure and use a 5amp or 3amp fuse in their plug top and not 13amp to keep fusing correct for size of cable. Job well done, thanks for video.

[@ProperDIY]

Thanks. Yes exactly - no details on what the extra terminal was for so best avoided. I should have made it clear I downgraded the fuse to 3amp.

[@weemanling]

Time to make a cup of tea and watch some quality DIY!

[@ProperDIY]

Nice one!

[@pgowans]

I just installed an outside light following your instructions - thanks Stuart. One thing I changed is rather than a clunky analog switch I chose a WiFi and Alexa enabled bulb which is so much more this century 😊

[@davidpriest5253]

Another clear & concise video Stuart. A lantern with a built in PIR/PEC would have done away with the timer (if the manufacturer had such a matching item).

[@zedzpan]

This popped up on my feed randomly and I ended up watching it all. Really well put together with clear explanations.

[@ProperDIY]

Thank you

[@dieselbushcraft1299]

That marker is great, not seen that type before. Of course not breaking into the house electrics is also not risking breaking any regulations so great for the DIYer.

[@ProperDIY]

Exactly!

[@M12_TDE]

I don’t know anything about electrics but I’ve wanted these up/down lights either side of my garage for a few years but never got round to paying somebody to fit them. Love your videos and I might even try fitting them myself now 👍🏼

[@edwardbroomhead4463]

Yep give it a go 👍

[@smoggydrones5664]

Another good wee video. Remember to change fuse in plug as they come with 13 amp as standard. Also could swop timer for WiFi switch so could be controlled by Alexa etc.

[@andriusantanaitis9922]

Why is that important to do? Could you elaborate?

[@richardclarke9966]

@@andriusantanaitis9922 Fuse-down as 1mm flex as used is rated to 10amps - you want the fuse to blow before the cable melts and catches fire

[@breathtakingbuilds1777]

Good video mate, very explanatory for anyone who has no prior electric knowledge. I had a giggle when I noticed you had to take the light back off to fit the bolts to screw the cover on, we’ve all been there and done that with those up/down lights haha!

[@ProperDIY]

Yes I remember that - what a pain!

[@johnnyg1700]

Nice job and really neat. The only addition to the install would have been to fit a lockable cable gland on the end of the conduit where the plug is. Would look neater and also prevent tugging the cable inside the conduit.

[@royalstevep68]

Was thinking the same. Plus I'd extend the conduitto nearly below the socket.

[@davidwellyman]

First time I’ve commented on your videos and I must say every video I’ve watched, your standard of work is first class!

[@ProperDIY]

Well thank you very much.

[@steve1962]

Brilliant......I am crap at DIY but your videos are so good...easy to follow and full of very handy tips that may be obvious to the experienced man but not to a luddite like me - keep em coming and thanks very much.

[@DiyintheGhetto]

Great job. As teaching people who are not electrical workers this is a very easy tutorial. Thank you for sharing with us.

[@ProperDIY]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@johnadams1976]

Timely video as I'm doing this next week! Think I'll use a smart socket instead though. Can schedule timer but also do triggers so that they come on when I arrive home got example.

[@1971wizzard]

Another fantastic video Stuart, ideally published as I have bought a light identical to replace an old coach style light, after having my soffit lights installed… this video has come at a perfect time for me as the tips you offered were things I hadn’t given consideration (ie) the grease, the silicone, sharpie gaff, and the conduit tutorial…. Absolutely brilliant information and instructions as always, keep them coming I look forward to these videos every week…. Fab

[@ProperDIY]

Thank you for your very kind comments. I'm glad to have given you some ideas!

[@RP-ou5gc]

1st time watching great for an enthusiastic DIY person such as myself, pretty sure I will be looking in again over the coming weeks

[@ProperDIY]

Welcome aboard!

[@kaleem669]

Very neat work. I want to install one just like this one but had no intention using the conduit but after watching this I will be.

[@stephenrice4554]

Good clear instructions and using a plugged feed there's a fuse in there too 👍🇬🇧

[@TruthFound]

That grease tip is great 👍🏽

[@TGMForum]

Neat job, looks really good. Thanks for sharing this great advice. I did a similar thing on the side of a outbuilding and it's been working well for several years.

[@leopold7562]

Very clearly explained, thank you. I could've done with finding this video before I fitted my outside lights, but there you go. Incidentally, that fourth connector on the timer, if it's not connected to anything at all, could that not have been used for earth?

[@geoffm9944]

Great instruction video. Detailed and straightforward. Thanks Stuart.

[@kateshawk5141]

Pleased to come across your channel - clear, precise and so very helpful - REAL DIY indeed, thanks!

[@ProperDIY]

Welcome!

[@MarkJT1000]

Well I never knew about there being male and female fittings on the lamp. Makes perfect sense now you've told us. And I can confirm that not greasing the threads causes problems later on. I've found that its always the up facing bulb that needs replacing most often, which surprises me as you'd have thought the heat in the downward bulb would cause failure first. Great video.

[@ProperDIY]

Nice one. That's funny, I've also found the upward bulb failing more often!

[@Kenny.1979]

Your videos are so satisfying to watch. Really well explained as well. 👍

[@ProperDIY]

Thank you very much!

[@thorlo1278]

This video was as well taped, edited, and the proper steps and equipment to use and how to install it as usual. That's why I love your videos. Everything is done Proper! There is a guy here in the States that has a woodworking channel but I refuse to watch it. Unlike you, where you explain and talk to the audience, this guy is so arrogant and full of himself and talks down to people. He is the opposite of you. Just for the record, give yourself a pat on the back for doing a bang up job with your channel! 👍👍!

[@ProperDIY]

Well thank you very much - very kind of you to say that. I try to make these videos as clear as possible while at the same time being not too serious so it's very nice to have feedback which tells me I'm doing that.

[@SamLTate]

Thanks for the video. I usually agree with you wholeheartedly on everything and learn several new tips and tricks in every video but I do sort of disagree with you on wiring the light into a socket. I can see why you've done it in your case but for most people it's not convenient to lose a socket or have trunking round the room. I have a relatively new build so my walls are all hollow or dot and dab like yours and even as a relative amateur, doing this properly by running it to a fused connection unit spurred off the socket is incredibly easy.

[@kcrcr173]

Great video, I liked the helpful hints about using the 15mm pipe through the wall, the use of silicone to fix the cable and pipe in place, and the orientation of the light and fitting. One observation I'd make is the necessity of an earthing sleeve on the bare earth wire. I look forward to future videos.

[@ProperDIY]

Thanks. The sleeve on the earth wire is an industry standard practice. Personally, I don't think you need it but if I don't put it in I get a lot of flack from the electricians who watch these videos!

[@andypaddon690]

Just installed outside lights using the methodology you've outlined in the film. Used a Kinetic switch for remote switching but basically the same as you've done. Great idea and very clear. Love being able to do this without having to get a minor works certificate from a qualified sparky.

[@ProperDIY]

Nice one - especially with the Kinetic switch!

[@SteveMonk1956]

Nice to see you using proper 20mm pvc saddles for the conduit, and not those single fixing ones that look like copper pipe clips. Nice video.

[@ProperDIY]

Thanks. Yes those copper clips look well out of date now - easy to get right these days with places like Screwfix around.

[@charliehollywood1805]

Great videos. I've learnt a lot. Have you ever created a video on the installation of floodlights in/on/under a tree

[@grolfe3210]

So basically a way to fit an outside light but only if it is on a wall that you are happy running a cable up, you want a timer almost out of reach up the wall and you have a spare plug nearby! Most outside lights will be on the house wall and the garage probably not have power nearby. (If that is you then run the feed from the nearest existing light). The four terminals is probably that it is a double switch to turn off the neutral and the live as is needed on some fittings.

[@xorsyst1]

Great video. I did something similar recently, but chose to have the light have a regular plug on the end, and use a plug-through timer. This way I could use a smart plug with an app, which actually worked out cheaper than even the basic analog timer, and allowed me much more flexibility in setting.

[@TineBeo]

Very useful vid pal. Need to grab an sds drill for myself..burnt out my new dewalt cordless trying to get through the render...

[@Feeeeb]

Really tidy work mate, I'm very impressed.

[@BestUserNameUK]

You can fit a stuffing gland where the flex cable exits the conduit. This will act as strain relief and will look more pleasing to the eye.

[@Wendy-b7i]

Absolutely perfect just the information I needed thankyou

[@MrJokerh61]

Brilliant video thanks I have started to fit my lights to each side of my garden shed 😀 looks amazing thank you 😊

[@ProperDIY]

Glad to help

[@valborchardt3596]

Thank you dear, as always, a very well explained video, much appreciated. Take care and please be safe, from us in South Africa

[@ProperDIY]

Thank you - hi SA!

[@davehumphrey8672]

I’ve recently done the same with a couple of lights either side of garage door, very relieved to find I’d done it much the same way as you, Stuart. Great channel

[@ProperDIY]

Nice one! Thanks for the comments.

[@markwallis1125]

Did you wire each light to the same timer?

[@simonmaverick9201]

Amazing, useful and practical tips, thanks.

[@andyf-d4222]

Well that was straightforward, what could possibly go wrong? 😱 Very clear and simple guide. Excellent 👍🏻

[@ericpetitclerc5519]

Nicely done! And you still gain a bigger audience, I'll be there when you get your 100K!

[@ProperDIY]

Thank you - moving there slowly!

[@C4sp3r123]

Excellent video, your style of delivering information is excellent and really well presented and in good detail, not just skimming over stuff. I hope your channel grows a lot more as you really deserve it!

[@ProperDIY]

Much appreciated! Very nice to get feedback like this - thank you.

[@christopherlawes9286]

This is brilliant. Only change I would make is analogue timer for smart switch.

[@ProperDIY]

Thanks. yes you could do. I walk passed this switch a number of times a day so very easy for me to change the settings etc

[@Ginwood]

Today I leant that you can use a combi drill as a saw horse... nice, every day a skool day ;-)

[@ProperDIY]

Yes, and before this project I didn't know that either.

[@callumgoddard240]

This has got to be the easiest way to make the inside of your house look like a council house

[@martinw245]

I'm thinking that's quite a long flex. I may have used twin and earth all the way to the end of the conduit and then an FCU, then flex for a neater job than just flex running out of the conduit.

[@paulgoplen5929]

Great video as always. I'm in the US so the details don't always translate, but the process is spot on. Thanks again.

[@ProperDIY]

Cool, thanks

[@jassman1]

Lovely work buddy, I am about to do almost exactly the same with some 240v down lighters with a dimmer switch. Plug and perm fix in a storage cupboard.

[@ProperDIY]

Go for it!

[@johnmckay1423]

I've recently run a load of cables through conduit (they were previously just clipped to the wall) and found that the plastic pipe cutters I have for Speedfit pipe works a treat on the conduit.

[@ProperDIY]

Good tip - I'll have to invest in some

[@danielfoord7464]

I hope you are well thanks so much for your hard work every week

[@ProperDIY]

Thank you. Yes this all takes far more time than most people could imagine!

[@mattball8995]

I'd recommend smart bulbs if you can for the GU10 bulbs (or any light really) Energizer do GU10's for around £5 each and you can schedule timings to come on / off automatically, and can schedule them to come on at dusk etc. V useful and so cheap now. Nice vid btw.

[@davidbesant]

I've done this two, but in addition I used a 3amp fuse at the plug. Belt and braces I suppose as the cabling is more than up to 13 Amp, but with an LED external light the load will be tiny.

[@giao2380]

I loved watching this! Perfect. Clean and beautiful.

[@iant535]

Stuart I do have watched a lot of you tube videos. You have a method and skill which is well presented. I appreciate the time you take to make these videos - I am confident with most things but you never know it all or have the best method everything builds your knowledge etc. With respect to the comments from some trades here showing displeasure what I can say is I have seen work carried out by “qualified trades” which has seen my blood pressure rise and following trades ! Traders sometimes people use these videos just to help them understand or learn not all will just rip into the house. PS. Stuart can you show us how to make a height adjustable soap box 🙂

[@ProperDIY]

Thank you for your positive feedback. One reason I do most of this myself is so I don't have to put up with the so called 'experts' doing half a job for me - so I totally agree with your comments. I like the height adjustable soap box pun!

[@happygardener3990]

I just took a table lamp off a plug in timer and replaced the timer with a smart plug instead. Far better as it automatically comes on at sunset, whatever time that might be so it saves me resetting the timer during the year. Also I can operate the table lamp remotely.

[@richardmcdougall233]

Battery LED PIR lights have came on leaps and bounds last few years. Much more powerful and battery life good. For most non DIYers it's a better option.

[@braddersj3511]

Not if you're facing north

[@danielfowkes8579]

Very apt you have a timer in this video has your timing is perfect. I need an outside light and was wondering ehat was the best to go about it and now I know 👍. Finding your channel has been one of my 2021 highlights! I've learnt so much off you this year please keep up the great content. I'm already counting down to next week's upload lol

[@ProperDIY]

I'm glad I'm being some help and you are enjoying the channel.

[@njhffc1]

Another great video - well explained and filmed. Do you have the details of the cable clip/connectors you used in the box please? mant thanks..

[@tonywall8393]

Thanks Stuart, for another great and clear video! Good tip about greasing the threads on the stainless steel fittings too! 👍

[@ProperDIY]

Thanks!

[@thatginettaguy1714]

I have smart bulbs in my outside lights, that way I can programme them to come on when it gets dark and go off at midnight. As it gets darker earlier or later it automatically adjusts.

[@wayneheston-king341]

waiting patiently for your loft boarding out vid probably be next year but please put it top of your list top man have a good xmas

[@ruaraidhmcdonald-walker9524]

Yep got this task waiting for my immediate future as well!!

[@happygardener3990]

I couldn't wait any longer and just did mine. Will be interesting to compare methods!

[@ProperDIY]

Coming soon!

[@djm5k]

Great video! I hope you used LED GU10 bulbs in these fixtures for extra long life!

[@NAZAM1122]

A pro job once again Stuart 🤠

[@porkypk2677]

Always makes it look so easy 😩😂

[@sofiak6740]

Very well explained can you do video on how to connect these outdoor lights together? Or do you have different points to turn them on separately? I mean like how to switch them on altogether. TIA

[@JaswantSingh-dx9ef]

Can you install 2 or 3 of these going to the same wago connector and single plug?

[@andyhorobin1605]

Very good video just to add the appropriate fuse should be fitted to the plug top to suit the cable and load

[@andrewdale5473]

I love the fact you include a parts list in your description this helps us know exactly what you have used. You have though not mentioned what you use for "grease". The uplighter part always seems to me to be a waste of electricity and adds to what us astronomers call light pollution. Do you think it serves any purpose?

[@ProperDIY]

Thanks. The grease is just multi purpose grease from Screwfix. The uplighter is just decorative and yes, adds to light pollution

[@seandempsey7351]

Nice job, clean and tidy, But if you use silicone you should make sure it is suitable for the job as some types of silicone can have an adverse effect on Twin and earth cables. Also if you drilled out the drain off hole you will not montane the IP rating the the light fitting . And I would have replaced the connector block with a WAGO 221 as those the screws in the chok block will rust over time and course the copper conductors to coroad Otherwise it’s a nice little job very well done. 👍 oh and the plug should have a 3amp fuse .

[@Wayner123]

Just wired my outside lights to this switch all from watching the video 👍

[@peterryan7827]

practical,and very smartly installed also a very good idea, great video with excellent explanation,.

[@ProperDIY]

Thanks

[@atiqulny]

Lot learned. in the US, we call it ground wire what you call earth wire. I personally like to use solid 12/2 (12 AWG) with ground wire or use 14/2 for a lower voltage application.

[@ProperDIY]

Thanks for sharing

[@deancarter4109]

How would this be completed without a timer? Can the plug still be installed??? Excellent video thank you

[@JohnBoughey]

great video How could i link up multiple lights off the same plug? wanting to light up a new fence

[@darrenmackenzie1892]

Great video. I have a single outside garage light that is operated by one light switch. If I where to remove the light fixture would there only be one cable from switch to the light fixture? As the power source is taken from another switch that sits side by side.

[@gavinbradley3936]

Nice video, I have a 4lite fitting that looks the same but it has 2 white wires and an earth, how do I connect that to the house wiring that has a black , red and earth?

[@SjJ-SJ]

Thank you for sharing. Wonder if you could spread your knowledge. I too have an upside down lamp, however i have a non metal touch switch. My issue is i can switch the light on internally however when switched off it should automatically detect motion(which it doesnt). How can i fix this? No earth wires connected.

[@spatel3783]

thanks for the clear video, appreciate it

[@michealayoung1785]

Another fantastic video this man is such a great teacher 👍

[@ProperDIY]

Thank you very much

[@wenbinzhou3747]

Thanks for your video. I tried to replace the led lights, found the lids stuck and not able to open. Any suggestions?

[@PeterLister180]

The 4th connector looks like a place to loop the earth instead of using the wago.. Additionally, you should reduce the rating in the fused plug to 5amp as most ship with 13amp installed

[@iangriff2170]

5amp is still way too much. 1 amp would be better

[@idi0tdetectioninprogress]

Its more likely a standard backplate. 4 terminals for Live & Neutral in and Live & Neutral out. Theres a trend now for not switching the neutral to the load, so 3 connections are used. The 4th terminal is blank, and probably could be used to carry earth connections, but it would be compromising the manufacturer's instructions. Probably best using a wago in this instance anyway, as hes used soild T&E and stranded flexible cores.

[@JasGawera]

It did look like a green coloured screw, so could be intended for earth