If you don’t like untangling the wires and extension cords of numerous appliances, then you need to take the placement of sockets in the house seriously. How many of them are needed in each specific room and where is it best to place them?
Everyone is familiar with the situation when you rush around in a panic looking for a free socket to charge your phone, and in desperation you turn off the floor lamp or printer. Statistics say that modern people use an average of six electrical appliances every day. Every year the number of devices and gadgets without which we cannot imagine our lives increases, and the number of wires entangling our homes increases. Let's consider how to properly place sockets and switches so that they are comfortable to use.
Planning the placement of outlets
Installing or moving sockets and switches involves, at a minimum, cosmetic repairs indoors. If you order an interior design project, the application must indicate the number and location of sockets and switches. Pay attention to this point: the designer may not take into account, for example, that you like to work on a laptop while sitting on the sofa in the living room. Please make all edits and suggestions before project approval.
If you are planning the interior and making renovations yourself, then focus on the functions and design of the room, consider where you will place the furniture. Only after designing the interior, start calculating the number of outlets. If a wardrobe or wardrobe is planned along the wall, then there is no point in installing sockets on it.
Nuances of switch placement
The main lighting switch is placed near the door at a height of 75 - 90 cm. When choosing a height, take into account the average height of adult family members - it should be comfortable for everyone to press the button with their lowered hand to the side. Height 80 cm is optimal for almost everyone. The switch should not be covered by furniture or an open door - it should be placed on the side where the handle of the closed door is located.
Switches for the bathroom, toilet and pantry are located in the corridor, and in living rooms, kitchen and hallway - indoors.
Switches for additional lighting (decorative or comfortable lighting) can be placed on any wall, depending on the design of the room.
Features of placement of sockets
The height of sockets is the cause of many disputes. Do not believe the “European standard” - 15 cm from the floor, but take into account only the number of devices. For greater convenience, consider each room in the house.
Corridor. For a corridor, one socket in the corner above the baseboard, at a height of 15-20 cm from the floor, will be enough. Here you can connect an electric shoe dryer or charge a guest’s phone.
Bathroom. 1-2 sockets will be enough. One near the mirror for a hair dryer and electric razor at a height of 100 cm. If washing machine It is located in the bathroom - the socket for it is placed at a height of 50-60 cm from the floor. In the bathroom, it is better to use sockets with special protection against moisture.
Living room. For a TV or home theater, two sockets are enough: one for the receiver, the second for a subwoofer or external TV tuner. Choose the height of the placement based on the location of the TV: the cord should not hang down or stretch to the socket, but be completely hidden behind the screen. At a height of 15-30 cm from the floor, place two sockets on each wall: for a floor lamp, an air humidifier, chargers, game consoles, and a vacuum cleaner.
Kitchen. Used in the kitchen greatest number appliances: hood, dishwasher and washing machines, electric stove, small appliances (mixer, blender, microwave oven, food processor, etc.), refrigerator, freezer. The list grows every year.
For a refrigerator, the socket is placed on the wall behind it at a height of 60-80 cm. For the hood, the socket is mounted at a height of 180-200 cm from the floor. For dishwashers and washing machines, electric stoves, sockets are placed at a height of 20-30 cm from the floor - holes are cut for them to the size of back wall kitchen furniture. Place three sockets for small equipment above the level of the working surface (5-10 cm). The TV in the kitchen is placed on a wall bracket. The optimal height of the outlet is 180-200 cm.
Bedroom. There will be enough two sockets on both sides of the bed: for bedside lamps and additional appliances. Near the dressing table, one socket at a height of 60-70 cm from the floor for a hairdryer will be enough.
Work office. The computer will require at least five sockets (system unit, monitor, subwoofer speaker system and one for table lamp, printer or scanner). Near the bookshelves there is usually a place for reading: a floor lamp and comfortable chair- This is another outlet. Two additional sockets are mounted on a free wall. All sockets are placed at a height of 15-30 cm from the floor.
Children's room. A children's room usually combines a bedroom and a play area. Near the bed you will need an socket for a night light and two sockets for additional devices. For this room, choose sockets with special protection “from children,” or more precisely, from children’s curiosity. The holes for the plugs are protected by special valves and effort is required to plug the electrical appliance into such an outlet.
Air conditioner. The socket for the air conditioner is placed at a distance of 30 cm from the ceiling.
You decide how to place sockets and switches only taking into account comfort and safety. Now there are no strict standards for the location of switches and sockets, and for their number in each specific room.
Count the number of appliances you will use in each room on a regular basis and add two more outlets for additional appliances. The basic requirements are put forward only to the craftsmen who will carry out work on installing the electrical network in the house: they must be specialists.
When planning renovations in an apartment/house, you need to special attention pay attention to the location of electrical accessories. It is advisable to sketch out a plan for the lighting scenario for each room, the layout of switches, and the connection of electrical appliances.
For example, sockets in the bedroom require connecting a sconce (night light), iron, TV, charging a tablet, or a phone. By thinking through everything in advance, you can ensure a comfortable, safe stay for your family in the room, eliminating the presence of extension cords, additional wires, possible damage and short circuits. How many sockets do you need? How to arrange them correctly? Let's answer this question step by step.
How many sockets are needed?
The number of sockets in a sleeping area depends on the number of people who will live here, their interests, the size of the room, and the location of the furniture. If the room is for one person, then there may be a quarter less of them compared to a double room.
To have an idea of the minimum comfortable number and location of power supply points, you need to know where they should be installed.
So, most often the connector is needed:
- In the bedside area, where bedside tables with night lamps are usually placed. This is very convenient for a family with a small child or for those who like to read a magazine, newspaper or book. Moreover, an outlet must be installed near each bed.
- For TV and related equipment. For this purpose, at least two sockets are installed.
- For connecting an iron.
- Near front door for vacuum cleaner and other electrical appliances.
- Near the desk/dressing table. Here it is better to place several sockets for electrical power supply to a table lamp, computer and related equipment.
Let's sum it up, we get 8 electrical power sources. We emphasize: this is minimal required quantity, which should be for the improvement of a modern bedroom.
Socket by the bedside table
How many sockets for connecting electrical appliances should be located near the bed? It all depends on the habits, lifestyle and needs of the owners of the room. Some people like to read literature in the light of a lamp or prefer to turn on a laptop/tablet to check email, surf on social networks, play online games.
So, bedside sockets are needed to connect:
- small lamps - night lights, sconces, bedside table lamps;
- charger for all kinds of gadgets: phones, laptops, tablets;
- additional technical devices: electronic alarm clock, salt lamp, receiver, heating pad, etc.
Sockets by the bed are located at arm's length from the sleeping place, usually above the bedside table at a height of 10–20 cm.
Attention! Three sockets are the optimal number for one bed. If there is a double bed, their number doubles.
TV sockets
Many people prefer to turn on the TV before going to bed to watch the news, a movie, or a program. Moreover, the TV is often used as a monitor that receives signals from a digital or satellite television tuner, DVD recorder or player, VCR (if there is one) and other video equipment. To power them, an additional source is needed, but a “block” of several outlets is better.
General purpose sockets
The location of electrical installation products near the front door or window sill is not always provided for by designers, but their presence is necessary for connection:
- heaters: UFO, Termoplaza, ceramic or oil heater;
- vacuum cleaner;
- decorative fountain;
- air conditioner;
- humidifier, etc.
If the bedroom large sizes, then it is advisable to install two blocks of sockets on opposite walls of the room.
Iron socket
If the house/apartment does not have a dressing room, laundry room or linen room, then you have to iron the laundry in the bedroom. The iron is a powerful consumer of electricity, therefore, to connect it, regardless of the size of the sleeping area, a separate connector must be provided. It is installed at a distance of 10–15 cm from the ironing surface. Otherwise, using the iron will not be so convenient.
Socket at the dressing table
The area of the room near the dressing table is any woman’s favorite place. Usually there is a mirror with built-in or table lighting (and more than one), a hair dryer, curling iron and other items that help emphasize female beauty.
To ensure the operation of electrical devices, a block of 3–4 sockets is provided, rising 5–10 centimeters above the level of the countertop.
Height of sockets in the bedroom
Two factors that are taken into account when choosing the height of placement of sockets and switches:
- convenience;
- harmonious combination with the interior of the room.
Advice! When calculating the height of switches/sockets, consider the height of the finished floor.
In the bedroom, all power points should be visible, easily accessible for regular use, and not installed according to the “European standard” - at an interval of 30 centimeters to the floor or according to the “Soviet” - at an interval of 90 centimeters above the floor surface.
Attention! It is strictly forbidden to place sockets less than 30 cm from the floor! The ingress of dust, debris, and water during cleaning can result in a short circuit, electrical wiring failure, or even a fire.
- place the connectors at a distance of 25 cm to sleeping place and at a distance of 60 cm to the floor or 10–15 centimeters to the surface of the tabletop of the bedside table;
- separate bedside connectors by placing them at a distance from each other and/or at different heights;
- mount power supplies for electrical appliances on an open wall (without installed furniture) at a height of 50–100 centimeters;
- install sockets near the cabinet to install lighting in it.
It is important that sockets and switches are of high quality and fit harmoniously into the interior of the room. Therefore, it is recommended to buy only those electrical installation products that are made according to European standards.
All modern houses and the apartments are designed in such a way that any room is as functional as possible. Therefore, today you will not surprise anyone with the fact that in each of the rooms of the house there are a large number of different electrical appliances. It is for this reason that when drawing up a diagram of sockets in an apartment, many different details must be taken into account.
What is the ideal height for sockets?
If you look at photos of sockets in an apartment, you will see that in most cases they use either the option of placing them directly above the baseboard, or approximately at hip level. Of course, there are other options when viewing design projects, but they are not used so often by electricians for many reasons.
When placed at hip level, the advantage is easy access directly to electricity for all devices that will be located on various surfaces. In the first case, the convenience will be noticeable when using household appliances such as a vacuum cleaner.
Where should sockets be placed in the bedroom and reception room?
In the living room, as well as in the room reserved for sleeping, at what height to install the socket is generally completely unimportant, due to the fact that it will mainly be used for floor lamps that stand on the floor or small table-type lamps. The only nuance will be the obligatory placement of sockets on each side of the bed, and at all chairs.
Even if at this stage of the renovation you are sure that the floor lamp will not stand next to the chair, it is not a fact that you will not change your mind, for example, six months later.
The socket used for the charger is best placed next to the bedside table or near the sofa.
Make sure that the living room has a couple of slots for a home theater and music system. If you are a fish lover, then do not forget to take into account the necessary sockets for lighting and a water filter near the aquarium. These outlets must be as easy to access as possible in the future.
Important point. Think in advance about the route your vacuum cleaner will take during cleaning. If the area of the room is large enough, then the most convenient option for locating sockets in the apartment is in the far part of the room and right at the entrance. This way, you will save yourself from having to constantly stretch the cord of an electrical appliance in constant attempts to reach distant parts of the room.
Office at home
For a home office, it is imperative to have a couple of “exits” right next to the desk. Low-level installation of socket wiring in an apartment with your own hands is ideal for those cases when the computer is of a stationary type. Do not forget that very often an external camera, as well as computer speakers, requires its own outlet.
If you have to charge your smartphone, player or tablet quite often, then the main thing here is that all sockets must be located literally at hand.
New generation sockets: with a lot designed for a telephone, a USB input and a TV antenna.
When thinking about the question of how to make a socket with your own hands, you must understand that today more and more different household appliances can be charged without problems using the simplest USB cord. It is for this reason that the usual socket and plug are not always needed.
Reduce the number of outlets in your home during renovation by installing a special device for future charging using USB. It makes it possible to charge several devices at once, while reducing the charging time. Sockets of this type can be easily installed next to classic ones in a single frame. It is best if they are installed next to work surface to avoid the risk of stepping on the charging device.
Another similar device makes it possible to combine a socket in the usual sense with a universal built-in battery. The main convenience lies in the possibility of installation in absolutely any single slot, which not only saves space in the room, but also significantly increases your “tactical” capabilities during repairs.
Sockets in the kitchen
Under no circumstances should you connect the refrigerator using an extension cord. That is why the outlet in the kitchen must be installed not only in the required place, but also taking into account this limitation.
In practice connection oven, like any modern cooking surface, is carried out through one or even two sockets. The important point is that these are predominantly simple three-phase sockets, powered by their own RCD.
If we talk about kitchen or household appliances in general, then when analyzing how to replace an old outlet with a new one, it is best to simply put it on the apron. In the future, you will be able to connect a blender and a kettle there throughout the day.
Important point. To operate the microwave and TV in the kitchen, it is best to make a special camouflaged exit in advance. If there are few sockets in the necessary places in the kitchen, then you can even connect them to lateral surface the bottom of kitchen cabinets. To disguise the nest, you can use the folding section modern type on hinges.
Bathroom sockets
There should always be literally a couple of slots available at home, used for an electric razor and hair dryer. You can also place one or two additional sockets on the floor if there is a washing machine right in the room.
If you plan to install a hydromassage panel or a new generation bathtub with a built-in TV in the bathroom, then a hidden power supply must be separately provided for them.
In conclusion, it is worth noting that you should not forget about safety precautions. Since sockets usually become clogged with dust rather quickly without proper care, it is necessary to clean them at least once a week.
Photo of sockets in the apartment
Understanding the electrical components of the home
And now you are already looking at laminate flooring, consulting with a designer about tiles for the bathroom and wondering whether to change all the electrical components. Let's leave the tiles and laminate alone for now and go in order - let's start with the electrical component of the home.
15 years ago: What you need to know about electrical wiring
If you live in a relatively new house, you don’t have to worry too much: the wiring here is planned and laid out taking into account your needs modern man. In new buildings, even at the design stage, it is often taken into account that a powerful household appliances, and one outlet is not enough. 
The housing, which is more than 10 - 15 years old, was built according to old projects preserved from Soviet times. By these standards, there were two electrical outlets per room. Well, really, what was so powerful electrical equipment in the apartments of our fathers and mothers? A washing machine, which was turned on on weekends, a TV and a refrigerator. Accordingly, all electrical wiring in those apartments was designed only for lighting and low-power household appliances. 
In the nineties and two thousand, the situation changed radically - technology became available to everyone. And it was at this time that the number of fires and fires sharply increased due to the fact that the wiring was burning and could not withstand the heavy load. Therefore, if you have already started a redevelopment or repair, do not be lazy and replace the old cables with new ones of a larger cross-section, or even copper ones - they are better and can withstand heavy loads, although they are more expensive.
Sockets: where to put and how much to take?
First, sit down and, together with your designer, think about how many outlets you need to be happy. As a rule, such questions somehow fall out, get lost in the general list of what needs to be done. And after renovation, the apartment suddenly becomes overgrown with electrical extension cords, and even extension cords plugged into extension cords with splitters. Draw a floor plan of the apartment along with the arranged furniture and household appliances. Think about where it would be convenient for you to connect this or that electrical appliance. Determine the height of the outlets and their distance from walls and windows. But first things first: let's go through the rooms, from the hallway to the toilet, and think together about how best to place the sockets. Corridor and hallway
In the corridor or hallway, two or three pieces will be enough. Most often they are used to turn on a shoe dryer. Therefore, do not raise the connectors too high. Of course, there is no need to hide them behind a hanger or behind the door; it is best to place them in the corners. Wall lamps It is better to turn it on directly, through a separate switch connected to the mains. Living room
This is the room in which the family spends most of their time when they are at home. Here, as a rule, there is a TV, a cable or satellite TV set-top box, a media center or some other audio-video equipment, such as game consoles for children. Often in the living room there is a base for a landline telephone handset, wi-fi router. There are already five or six points. Plus, you need to leave a couple of free connectors just in case: charge your mobile phone, turn on your laptop. You never know! 1. Sofa area
To correctly place sockets, along with planning the electrical network, you need to immediately think about the placement of furniture in the room. Otherwise, it will turn out that they are located behind the sofa or closet. Most of the electrical appliances in the living room are always on, for example, air conditioning, TV, set-top boxes, router, telephone. Sockets for them can be obscured by a chair or, for example, a decorative flowerpot. Free points must be easily accessible.
2. TV zone
If the sockets for all electronic gadgets in the living room can be left at a level of 30 cm from the floor, then the socket for a TV hanging on the wall or an air conditioner requires a separate approach. In this case, provide a place directly behind the TV screen or near the air conditioner so that hanging wires do not spoil the picture.
Bedroom
What to do in the bedroom? Sleep? Certainly. But there is technology here too, so it’s worth figuring out in advance where to place the sockets in the room. 1. Sleeping place
If your bedroom has a classic format with a double bed and bedside tables at the edges, it would be nice to have two points near each of them: connect a night light and charge your mobile phone or tablet. The same number of connectors is needed for two separate beds. If the bedroom also has dressing table, then there must certainly be sockets near it, preferably two or three. Turn on the hairdryer, for example.
2. TV zone
A TV in the bedroom is a common sight. Most often it is hung on the wall so that it is convenient to watch it while lying on the bed. Therefore, a point is needed for it too. The principle of its installation is the same as for a hanging TV in the living room - behind the screen. The air conditioner in the bedroom requires another outlet, which must be installed at the top, next to where the air conditioner is installed. Remember those ugly hanging wires? Just the same case.
Children's
1. Sleeping place
The children's room is the same bedroom, only for younger family members. While they are very small, they do not need many electrical appliances: a night light by the crib is quite enough.
2. Play area
But later your offspring will need extra seats for charging: for gaming gadgets, personal computers and computer peripherals, game consoles. Two laid on building regulations obviously not enough, especially if the child is not alone. Connectors in the nursery are often made “safe”, that is, with special covers and plugs that the baby cannot pull out on his own. If the child is small, it makes sense to install just these. And no dangling wires for a child to pull on!
3. Workplace
It is also necessary to consider the number of sockets in the space that you plan to allocate under your desk. All computer equipment and table lighting require one point for each piece of equipment. And, as always, one more in reserve.
Kitchen
By quantity electrical appliances per unit area, the kitchen will give a head start to any room. Let's just count: refrigerator, electric stove or gas stove, but with electric ignition, oven, hood over the stove, microwave, electric kettle. And these are only those devices that are constantly connected to the network. Plus, a washing machine and dishwasher can live in the kitchen. 
In addition to them, there is also a mixer, blender, coffee grinder and coffee maker, electric meat grinder and juicer, pancake maker, sandwich maker and a bunch of all sorts of appliances that are taken out and turned on regularly. Let’s count again: for those who are always on, it’s eight, and at least five is needed “just in case.” Therefore, the question of how to properly place rosettes in the kitchen has its own technical nuances.
1. Household appliances
Connectors for the refrigerator and stove can be located directly behind them: how often do we rearrange our kitchen? Turned it on and forgot it. If your microwave is on the refrigerator, and this often happens, its point is there - behind the refrigerator. The same applies to the washing machine and dishwasher: the connectors for them, as a rule, are hidden behind the kitchen unit. Many people do not know where to place the outlet for the always-on hood. In our opinion, the most suitable place is under the ceiling. If you are going to use electric stove and an electric oven, they require separate wiring of a thicker section.
2. Additional equipment
It is convenient to plug small and infrequently used equipment into the connectors located above the worktop. It is convenient to use two groups of three: many designers offer their clients exactly this arrangement. Another option is to build them into the countertop.
Bathroom and toilet
In houses that were built more than thirty years ago, such electrical communications in the bathroom and toilet were not provided at all. People had never even heard of such miracles as a Jacuzzi or a shower stall, so no one asked themselves the question of how to place sockets in the bathroom. Some craftsmen independently pulled wires into the bathroom, attached connectors into which they plugged in an electric razor "Kharkov" or hairdryer Today everyone knows about these miracles, they are all accessible and pleasant. Therefore, when designing a bathroom, you need to immediately look at places for sockets. Important:
- All switches and other electrical equipment must comply with the electrical equipment standard for wet areas(protection class no less than IP44) and be reliably grounded. The designer or planner should definitely tell you about this The socket for the Jacuzzi and shower can be installed behind their decorative walls, you will not constantly turn these units on and off. The socket for the exhaust fan can be installed at the top, next to it, although most often exhaust fan connect to the lighting system: turn on the light - the fan hums. Near the bathroom mirror, which usually hangs above the washbasin, you can mount one or two points. One can be used to power the lamps above the mirror, the second - for a hair dryer, razor and other small appliances. Naturally, we remember about the protection class and grounding
- If the dimensions of the bathroom allow you to install a washing machine, remember that the connector for it is located at a distance of at least 50-60 cm from water pipes
And one more thing...
All this, of course, at first glance is understandable and seems to be uncomplicated. It seems like you can handle it yourself. And it’s true: buy a screwdriver, pliers, a couple of rolls of cable, and your new homemade electrician is ready. You can google a couple more articles on the topic “how to plug in sockets correctly.” Draw a diagram and plug in all the sockets, saving some money on the designer, planner and professional team. But you probably already have an idea of what will come of it. By the way, the fire service number is 101. Kitchen
1. For home appliances and indoor lighting
Before installing a kitchen, it is important to plan the location of the equipment and its quantity in order to provide the necessary sockets. Standard items: stove or hob and oven, refrigerator, hood. Optional: microwave oven, dishwasher, kettle, coffee machine, toaster, multicooker, built-in lighting.
When renovating, you cannot know for sure whether you will have a toaster in a few years or not, so it is better to make a little more sockets in advance. It should be taken into account that not every time small household appliances will be used and connected to the network at the same time. The result is approximately 7-8 sockets in the area alone kitchen set. Add a couple more pieces about dining table- suddenly you need to connect your phone to charge or you want to put a table lamp there.
Recommended installation height for sockets for built-in appliances: 30-60 cm. Some place them in the furniture base - at a height of 5 cm from the floor. Sockets should not be located directly behind built-in electrical appliances. It is better to make a socket for the hood at a height of 50-60 mm from the top kitchen cabinet. It should not be covered by the ventilation duct.
Place the sockets above the tabletop at a height of 10-30 cm from the worktop. You should not place them behind the sink and stove - they can be damaged by humidity or hot air.
2. For additional equipment
Sometimes sockets in the kitchen are also needed for a vacuum cleaner. In this case, they should be placed at a height of 30-40 cm from the floor.
A common kitchen switch is sometimes placed in the hallway; place it at a height of 75-90 cm and at a distance of 10-15 cm from the door.
The placement of outlets for the TV depends on the location where you place it and the size of the screen. It is better to hide them behind the screen, but provide access to the power plugs. You will need 2 standard electrical outlets: one TV and one Internet outlet - a mandatory option for modern smart TVs.
Living room
1. At the door
For the location of switches and sockets at the living room door, the same rules apply as in the kitchen: height 75-90 cm, free access for all family members of different heights.
An outlet is also needed in the entrance area: for a vacuum cleaner or a heater. On average, the height from the floor should be 30 cm, from the door opening - 10 cm.
2. In the TV zone
A TV is a must-have item for many in the living room. The TV area needs several sockets. The average height of the location is 130 cm, then they will not be visible behind the equipment. You will need 2 electrical outlets and one outlet each for TV and Internet.
3. In the sofa area
When planning outlets in the living room, you need to take into account the location of floor lamps, electrical appliances, as well as additional outlets for a laptop and telephone. The average height is from 15 to 30 cm.
Often, when planning outlets in living rooms, appliances such as air conditioners, electric fireplaces, humidifiers and game consoles are forgotten. Consider the appliances you have and those you plan to purchase, and based on this, plan the number of outlets.
4. At the desktop
Often the living room is also a work area. In this case, you will need more sockets. Provide 2-3 pieces in the place where the desktop will be. It’s more convenient to place them above the table so as not to have to crawl under it every time to turn it on/off, but not everyone likes this solution aesthetically. If you have a desktop computer, you can put sockets at the bottom - it is unlikely that you will constantly turn it on and off.
Children's room
1. At the door
At the entrance to the room, a switch is traditionally placed. Typically, the toggle switch is installed at a height of 75-90 cm from the floor, so that each family member is comfortable. It is also important to ensure that the switch is not blocking the cabinet or open door- place it on the same side as the handle.
An outlet should also be located next to the switch. You will need it for a vacuum cleaner, heater or humidifier. Recommended placement parameters: height about 30 cm and distance from the door 10 cm. If the child is small and begins to walk, provide plugs or covers for sockets.
2. At the berth
Near the bed you will need an outlet for a night light, a musical pendant for the crib or another device (for example, a humidifier). Don't forget about protection; this place will become the most accessible for the child as soon as he begins to stand up independently in the crib.
For an adult child, sockets are also useful opposite the bed for the TV. Sometimes they can be interestingly used in the interior if you haven’t bought a TV yet. Just like the parents did in this room.
3. At the desktop
The student's room should be with desk- sockets are also needed there. At least for a lamp and a computer. Where to place it - above the countertop or below - is a controversial issue. Some people find it inconvenient to constantly crawl under the table to connect the device. Others don't like the look of wires. Choose after weighing the pros and cons.
Bedroom
1. Next to the bed
A modern person needs an outlet near the bed. Charge your phone e-book, working on a laptop - without an outlet nearby it will be inconvenient. A block of several sockets on the sides of the bed will save you from these inconveniences.
2. Near functional areas
Further options depend on the furniture and areas that are provided in the bedroom. If this is a desktop, the rules will be the same as for the living room and children's room. If you want to hang a TV, also consider the recommendations listed above.
3. At the door
The number of sockets depends on the electrical appliances that you will place in the bathroom. Standard: washing machine, hair dryer; optional: water heater and electric heated towel rail. It is important that the distance from the outlet to the floor and water source is at least 60 cm.
For the bathroom, special waterproof versions of sockets with a cover and a special degree of protection are needed. They are protected on the inside and allow water to drain if it gets inside the outlet.
Hallway
In the hallway, an outlet and a switch are needed at the front door. The socket is useful for a vacuum cleaner, and it is always convenient to turn on the light immediately after entering the apartment. Sometimes switches are placed in the hallway at the entrance to the bathroom and kitchen.