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I use Bosch, I have two of them and for down lights it’s essential.
Very worthwhile investment.
 
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See a lot posted about the de Walt? What’re your thoughts on the one you tagged in the post?

Thanks
 
I spent quite a bit of time reviewing which laser level to buy and I'm really glad I went for the DCE088D1G - see this thread I started a few months back Which laser level would you suggest? - https://www.electriciansforums.co.uk/threads/which-laser-level-would-you-suggest.168653/

I know it's expensive but the fact it uses dewalt batteries means you don't have to worry about AA batteries running out. The 'green' as opposed to red is MUCH easier to see.

I found a telescopic pole useful as well rather than a tripod, as with a tripod you can't get the laser level low enough for sockets.
 
For a good laser level the Dewalt DCE088D1G. It's superb.

For marking downlights in large rooms - if the ceiling is going to be skimmed I'd use a chalk line.
 
I bought the Stanley SCL-D for such a task. You can lock the laser, and place it on its back, to mark out down lights. Has usual cross levels and a plumb spot.

Difficult to source now, think its been superseded now STANLEY | Products | HAND TOOLS | Levels | Laser levels | Line laser levels - https://www.stanleytools.co.uk/products/sub5/Products/HAND+TOOLS/Levels/Laser+levels/Line+laser+levels.
Stanley also do a green beam version

This sites quite useful, to know what lines certain levels project;
Example Beam Diagrams - Laser Levels Online - The Laser Level Specialists - https://www.laser-level.co.uk/beam-diagrams.html
 
I have a old version Makita laser level,
Makita SK102Z Self Levelling Cross Line Laser Level - https://www.toolden.co.uk/power-tools/laser-levels/makita-sk102z-self-levelling-cross-line-laser-level/?gclid=Cj0KCQiA6dLgBRDoARIsAJgoM4tzNB2AlT0gbdpytSOieFxQuc_KQ-PJHc068_OebZCpCy4rxSaquDkaAscfEALw_wcB
It does the job but I wouldn't reccomend as the vertical line projection isn't as good as others. If you look at it the top has a big lump of rubber on the top so have to sit the lazer a couple of meters back.
If you look at the Dewalt laser levels or the Bosch one earlier in the thread you can see the top of the tool is cut at a 45° angle which allows the vertical line to be projected almost directly above where you site the laser, this is really useful if your in a tight spot or small room.

This is what I'd be looking for on my next laser.
 
I spent quite a bit of time reviewing which laser level to buy and I'm really glad I went for the DCE088D1G - see this thread I started a few months back Which laser level would you suggest? - https://www.electriciansforums.co.uk/threads/which-laser-level-would-you-suggest.168653/

I know it's expensive but the fact it uses dewalt batteries means you don't have to worry about AA batteries running out. The 'green' as opposed to red is MUCH easier to see.

I found a telescopic pole useful as well rather than a tripod, as with a tripod you can't get the laser level low enough for sockets.

A bit of unistrut and a rubber shoe for it works well also.
 
DW088K is what we use, we have two which is invaluable when you wish to cross lines or do a load of downlights. You can use a plasterboard clamp to support it but the dedicated prop is better quality.
 

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