On 30 Mar 2005 15:39:00 -0800, (markzoom)
wrote:

Are there any practical reasons why wiring should not be run behind skirting boards?
Mark

I'd use mineral insulated cable with a copper sheath, and make sure
the circuit is on an RCD. Probably still against the regs though.

The ends of the cable need to be sealed with the right glands as the
insulation absorb moisture, and it has to be bent carefully without
going below the min bend radius.

The cable is quite thin so would fit in a rebate channeled into the
skirting, but some derating may be necessary as it's not in free air.

cheers,
Pete.