Remodeling a room's walls all seems simple... until you remember the outlet. Don't worry, we've got the surprisingly easy tip ...

The National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) has published ANSI/NEMA OS 3-2007 Selection and Installation Guidelines for Electrical Outlet Boxes. It provides designers, installers, and ...

In homes today, I receive requests from clients to increase the number of electrical outlets installed over and above required by the National Electrical Code. Due to the number of items, as well as ...

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Apple accessory maker NewerTechnology recently released a specialized electrical outlet, called the Power2U, that includes two USB ports for charging mobile devices. Available in four colors—to match ...

Ever find yourself juggling three or four different chargers on a two-socket outlet? Fix that problem once and for all by swapping out a traditional outlet for one that includes USB ports. Because I ...

Taking on DIY projects around your home and garden can be incredibly rewarding. From building a new planter box to installing ...

When installing outlet boxes for wall-mounted luminaires, when can you use No. 6 screws to secure the luminaire yoke to a plaster ring, which is attached to the wall-mounted outlet box? Never Only ...