{"id":705,"date":"2019-05-11T13:14:26","date_gmt":"2019-05-11T20:14:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hardwarehut.com\/blog\/?p=705"},"modified":"2022-08-10T12:11:44","modified_gmt":"2022-08-10T19:11:44","slug":"which-switchplate-do-i-need","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hardwarehut.com\/blog\/which-switchplate-do-i-need\/","title":{"rendered":"Which Switchplate Do I Need?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>There are several different functions of switchplates available and can be in a variety of configurations. Such options are: Toggle switches, Duplex outlets, Paddle\/GFCI, and Cable hole covers. There are single, double, triple, and quadruple versions, as well as combinations.<\/p>\n<h2>The Switchplates<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-720 size-thumbnail alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/hardwarehut.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/ame-bp-36514orb-big-103x150.jpg\" alt=\"Amerock Single Toggle Switchplate Oil Rubbed Bronze\" width=\"103\" height=\"150\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hardwarehut.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/ame-bp-36514orb-big-103x150.jpg 103w, https:\/\/hardwarehut.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/ame-bp-36514orb-big-768x1121.jpg 768w, https:\/\/hardwarehut.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/ame-bp-36514orb-big-740x1080.jpg 740w, https:\/\/hardwarehut.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/ame-bp-36514orb-big.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 103px) 100vw, 103px\" \/><a href=\"https:\/\/hardwarehut.com\/search?search_prod_no=Toggle+Switchplate\"><strong>Toggle<\/strong><\/a> is the most common switch and is used for many on\/off switches, such as lights and garbage disposals. It uses a small rectangular cutout in the center of the plate, with two screw attachment points at the top and bottom.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-721 size-thumbnail alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/hardwarehut.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/mca-1ol-102x150.jpg\" alt=\"Muscle Car Single Duplex Switchplate\" width=\"102\" height=\"150\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hardwarehut.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/mca-1ol-102x150.jpg 102w, https:\/\/hardwarehut.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/mca-1ol.jpg 136w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 102px) 100vw, 102px\" \/>While Toggle is the most common switch, <a href=\"https:\/\/hardwarehut.com\/search?search_prod_no=Duplex+Switchplate\"><strong>Duplex<\/strong><\/a> is the most common outlet. It is used in most of the rooms of your house for plugging in small appliances. This switchplate uses two semi round cutouts. One of these sits on top of the other, with a single screw attachment in the center of the plate between the two cutouts.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-722 size-thumbnail alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/hardwarehut.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/rus-784sn-huge-97x150.jpg\" alt=\"Rusticware Single Paddle Switchplate Satin Nickel\" width=\"97\" height=\"150\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hardwarehut.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/rus-784sn-huge-97x150.jpg 97w, https:\/\/hardwarehut.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/rus-784sn-huge.jpg 323w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 97px) 100vw, 97px\" \/><a href=\"https:\/\/hardwarehut.com\/search?search_prod_no=Paddle+Switchplate\"><strong>Paddle<\/strong><\/a>, or GFCI, can either be a switch or an outlet. The Paddle is sometimes also called a Rocker switch. In your bathroom and kitchen, you will most often have a GFCI as your outlet. This plate accommodates the large rectangular cutout the outlets require and is attached with two screws, one at the top and one at the bottom.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-723 size-thumbnail alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/hardwarehut.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/del-cpc4764-u5-99x150.jpg\" alt=\"Deltana Cable Cover Switchplate Antique Brass\" width=\"99\" height=\"150\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hardwarehut.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/del-cpc4764-u5-99x150.jpg 99w, https:\/\/hardwarehut.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/del-cpc4764-u5.jpg 132w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 99px) 100vw, 99px\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-724 size-thumbnail alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/hardwarehut.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/mca-1cbl-102x150.jpg\" alt=\"Muscle Car Cable Cover Switchplate\" width=\"102\" height=\"150\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hardwarehut.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/mca-1cbl-102x150.jpg 102w, https:\/\/hardwarehut.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/mca-1cbl.jpg 136w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 102px) 100vw, 102px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Finally, <a href=\"https:\/\/hardwarehut.com\/search?search_prod_no=Cable+Covers+Switchplate\"><strong>Cable Covers<\/strong><\/a> help make cable outlets more pleasing to look at. They come two different ways, depending on the factory. Some function as a cutout that you run a cable wire through. Others have the connector attached and you screw the cable to the back of the connector. You then attach the plate to the wall, leaving a connection available to attach your cable to. They are secured to the wall with two screws, at the top and bottom.<\/p>\n<h2>More Options<\/h2>\n<p>Although these four options may suit your needs, many manufacturers have anticipated other styles of outlets and offer the different functions in a range of configurations. Some include double toggle, double duplex, toggle\/duplex, paddle\/duplex combinations, and blank plates.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-725 size-thumbnail\" src=\"https:\/\/hardwarehut.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/ame-bp-36524orb-big-150x148.jpg\" alt=\"Muscle Car Cable Cover Switchplate Oil Rubbed Bronze\" width=\"150\" height=\"148\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hardwarehut.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/ame-bp-36524orb-big-150x148.jpg 150w, https:\/\/hardwarehut.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/ame-bp-36524orb-big-768x757.jpg 768w, https:\/\/hardwarehut.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/ame-bp-36524orb-big-796x789.jpg 796w, https:\/\/hardwarehut.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/ame-bp-36524orb-big.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-727 size-thumbnail\" src=\"https:\/\/hardwarehut.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/bai-m02-s25x0-605-big-100x150.jpg\" alt=\"Brass Accents Blank Switchplate Polished Brass\" width=\"100\" height=\"150\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hardwarehut.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/bai-m02-s25x0-605-big-100x150.jpg 100w, https:\/\/hardwarehut.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/bai-m02-s25x0-605-big.jpg 398w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 100px) 100vw, 100px\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-970 size-thumbnail\" src=\"https:\/\/hardwarehut.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Amerock-Double-Duplex-146x150.jpg\" alt=\"Amerock Double Duplex\" width=\"146\" height=\"150\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hardwarehut.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Amerock-Double-Duplex-146x150.jpg 146w, https:\/\/hardwarehut.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Amerock-Double-Duplex.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 146px) 100vw, 146px\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-971 size-thumbnail\" src=\"https:\/\/hardwarehut.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/CopperFactory-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"CopperFactory\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hardwarehut.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/CopperFactory-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/hardwarehut.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/CopperFactory-450x450.jpg 450w, https:\/\/hardwarehut.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/CopperFactory.jpg 634w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Before ordering, it is also advisable to measure the size of the recessed electrical box in the wall. You can use this measurement to compare it to the switchplate you wish to purchase. Ensuring that the plate will be large enough to cover the hole of your outlet allows for customer satisfaction. Switchplates make an excellent finishing touch to the room and look so much better than the white or almond plastic covers that contractors and electricians install when building homes.<\/p>\n<p>Need switchplate help? Don&#8217;t hesitate to <a href=\"https:\/\/hardwarehut.com\/contact-us\">contact us<\/a> or connect with us on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/hardwarehut\">Facebook<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>There are several different functions of switchplates available and can be in a variety of configurations. Such options are: Toggle switches, Duplex outlets, Paddle\/GFCI, and Cable hole covers. There are single, double, triple, and quadruple versions, as well as combinations. The Switchplates Toggle is the most common switch and is used for many on\/off switches, [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":7,"featured_media":968,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[29],"tags":[64],"class_list":["post-705","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-industry-trends-terminology","tag-interior"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.4 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\r\n<title>Which Switchplate Do I Need? - The Hardware Hut<\/title>\r\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"There are several different functions of switchplates available and can be in a variety of configurations. 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