How high should a socket be from the floor?

Sockets need to be installed at least 450mm up from the floor level of a room. TV points, telephone points, doorbells and light switches should be a max height of 1200mm from the floor. Electrical sockets, switches and other electrical control devices should be a minimum of 350mm from corners of a room.

How high should plug sockets be in kitchen?

What Height Should My Kitchen Sockets Be Above My Worktop? The standard height of a worktop from the floor to the worktop surface is 910mm. The general rule is to then set your sockets 150mm above this (measured from the worktop surface to the bottom of the socket).

Why are outlets so high?

It is simply an acknowledged standard that electricians mount the outlet box the height of their hammer length off the floor. Its not too low to bend over and plug something in or unplug something.

Where should sockets be placed in a bedroom?

Allow for a socket in each corner of the bedroom for other electrical items such as the TV, computers, lamps and other electrical items. If you have a dressing table or desks it’s worth adding sockets close to them for easy access and avoid running cables across the room.

How high off the floor should outlets be in a basement?

16 to 18 inches
Even though there isn’t a minimum height requirement, electricians do adhere to a standard. The height from the center of the outlet to the floor is 16 to 18 inches.

How close can a electric socket be to sink?

30cm horizontally
Electrical sockets or switches should be fitted at a safe distance (it is recommended at least 30cm horizontally) from a sink to avoid the chance of water coming into contact with electricity.

Where can I find the best electrical sockets?

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How tall should electrical sockets be in a room?

Part M of the Building Regulations (section 8) does not actually specify the required position but does go on to suggest that in habitable rooms this will be achieved by mounting the switches etc. between 45cm and 1200mm above the floor level (see below).

Why are all the electrical sockets in my house not working?

Still none of the electrical sockets tied in together are working, though the circuit breaker is OK. Thanks for your electrical troubleshooting question Gary. Well Gary, that’s what happens when you decide to clean the house!

Which is the best electrical socket for longevity?

MK have good terminals but the rest is annoying and they are too costly. Telco, Lap, knightsbridge, are ones to avoid for longevity but they are cheap.

In Habitable rooms Sockets need to be a minimum of 450mm from the finished floor level and light switches, doorbells and intercom systems need to be at a maximum height of 1200mm. Any electrical switches, outlets or controls also need to be at least 350mm away from room corners.

How tall should sockets be above kitchen worktop?