Light switches and sockets, white or metal finish?
Sam N
6 years ago
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Comments (22)We are having a mixture. Brushed steel in the kitchen to go with the appliances, as they are quite visible at worktop height or in the sides of the island. White flat plate in the hall and drawing room. White plastic upstairs. I agree that it’s better to get white plastic from a reputable supplier which won’t go wrong, than a cheap metal socket or switch which looks the part but will give up within a year, or be a nightmare to fit. Also bear in mind the flat plate ones require a deeper back box (35mm) so if you already have standard 25mm ones you won’t have the flat plate option....See MoreWhich colour light switches and sockets?
Comments (2)I think it tends to look better if all sockets and switches match throughout the house. I would leave them and bring in warmth with art, accessories etc...See Morerewiring - expensive sockets V white sockets
Comments (7)I think white sockets are still the most commonly used and therefore still acceptable to most people. Other sockets can look nice but often people don’t want plug sockets to be a feature and stand out too much, so against a paler wall white may work better anyway in my opinion....See MoreWhite Sockets/Switches or Brushed Chrome?
Comments (5)I'd agree with white, good quality white. Goes with anything, doesn't look outdated, easy clean. Good luck...See MoreSam N
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