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by Regina Rogowskyj
4 months ago in Design Dilemma
Help placing outlets/light switches
Where should the outlets go on the countertop and how many is the standard? Tile backsplash, over cabinet and under cabinet LED lighting.
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rinqreation Picture yourself cooking and baking, making coffee. I'd say three doubles, one for every corner. Built in the backsplash or under the upper cabinets. Plus a switch for the LEDs.
4 months ago · ·
Creations Nadia Interior Design Try not to place any of them to close to the sink :)))
4 months ago ·
Linda You will need one on each section of countertop wider than 18 inches also no place on the back of the counter should be more than 24 inches from an outlet

You also need a light over the sink and a wall switch for it. You can place the sink light and the disposal switch side by side in the same box. Don't forget the receptacles for the stove, the hood, the microwave, dishwasher and fridge.

An electrician will know where to put them
4 months ago ·
Ironwood Builders Codes vary on the placement. Here in California it is as Linda says, plus no more than 3' between. We've recently begun to keep the backsplash clear of outlets by using an outlet strip on an angle (my electrician supplies the devices) at the back wall where it meets the cabinet. We use LED lighting in front of that just behind a light valance that matches our cabinetry. Islands and peninsulas are more difficult. We now overhang the counter top an additional 1" and mount an outlet strip on the back side to comply with code.
4 months ago · ·
Yarbro Home Improvement LLC 100% in agreement with Ironwood. Keep the backsplash clutter free. You may find that you can't avoid putting the switches there ( disposal & under cab lights ) although the switch for the disposal can go in the countertop. Also, its one less choice to make on outlet and cover plate color and style. Go with the powerstrip mounted under the upper wall cabinets
4 months ago ·
A Kitchen That Works LLC An angled power strip mounted under cabinet will provide the greatest flexibility and ability to meet codes. The unit in the link can also accommodate a driver for LED under cabinet lighting.
http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/Winter-Salad-with-Lemon-Yogurt-Dressing-363722?mbid=rotdNL&spMailingID=5156037&spUserID=MjI0NzE1Nzg4NjAS1&spJobID=311031240&spReportId=MzExMDMxMjQwS0
4 months ago · ·
Regina Rogowskyj Lol thats a salad in the link
4 months ago ·
A Kitchen That Works LLC So sorry, I have been wanting to try this recipe... On a more serious note here is the intended link.
http://www.tasklighting.com/products/angle-power-strip/
4 months ago · ·
Jodi Tramontin, CKD, CBD I've used the angled power strips in my own kitchen and I love the flexibility that they provide along with keeping the outlets out of the backsplash space so that the tile takes center stage.
4 months ago ·
Regina Rogowskyj Where can I buy them directly? I really like them!
4 months ago ·
A Kitchen That Works LLC @regina,
Sorry but Task has a firm policy that they only sell to people in the trade. There are knock of versions but the are not nearly as nice. Ask your electrical to purchase it for you.
4 months ago ·
marvelous Check out adorne they have a nice selection.
It's also available at lowes.
4 months ago ·
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