I want to put some extra lighting in my workshop but don't have much to spend so am looking to do it all myself if possible. I'm looking to use led battens, similar to this one or this, but not exactly sure at the moment (or I may use simple pendant and ceiling rose fitting).
My plan is use wire this onto a plug (3A fuse) with flex cable which I can route from the socket to the ceiling.
Would this work and is it safe? When I have a bit more time and money in a few months i will look to get an electrician to properly add it to the lighting circuit. So this would be a semi temporary solution. Does this sound ok? Thanks for any advice you may have.
Best Answer
Well, there is "safe" and then there is "safe and legal". Running what amounts to an extension cord up the wall to a light meant to be hard wired is going to be a code violation and there are subtle safety issues.
As far as "will this work and not kill me", then probably. The cord needs to be fastened to the wall so no one trips on it or snags it with their hands or something they are carrying. The connections at the light need to be done properly and fastened securely so the wire can't be puled out.
Would I do this in the living room with kids and visitors? No, not at all. But if this is just to get some light in the garage until a real light can be installed? Sure, but make sure everything is very secure. The real reason this is dangerous is mostly the cord getting damaged or pulled or having the light fall on your head.