How to arrange sockets in an apartment
Sockets – These are one of the most important elements of the electrical system in a house or apartment. The correct location of outlets contributes to the ease of use of electrical appliances, ensures safety and helps create a functional and aesthetic interior. In this article we will look at the basic principles of arranging outlets in an apartment so that you can make the right choice when planning them.
1. Planning before installation
Before you begin installing outlets, it is important to carefully plan their location. To do this, it is necessary to determine the places where electrical appliances will be most often used, and take into account the features interior.
2. Determination of required areas
The first step is to determine the areas where electrical appliances will be used the most. Such areas usually include the kitchen, living room, bedroom, nursery and study. Each of these zones may require a different number of outlets depending on the needs of the users.
3. Location of sockets in the kitchen
In the kitchen, sockets should be installed at countertop level and at a distance of at least 30-40 cm from each other. This will allow you to conveniently use electrical appliances in the kitchen, such as a microwave oven, kettle, coffee maker and toaster.
4. Location of sockets in the living room and bedroom
In the living room and bedroom, sockets should be located at floor level to ensure easy connection of floor lamps, chargers for mobile devices and other electrical appliances.
5. Location of sockets in the children's room
In a children's room, sockets should be installed at tabletop level and at a height accessible to the child. This will allow your child to independently connect and disconnect electrical appliances such as a computer, table lamp and game console.
6. Location of sockets in the bathroom and toilet
In the bathroom and toilet, sockets should be installed at a height inaccessible to water. They can be used to connect an electric razor, hair dryer and other devices that are used during personal care.
7. Additional recommendations
- •Sockets near sinks and drainage systems should be protected from moisture using special sealed sockets and switches.
- •When planning the distribution of sockets, you should take into account the places where furniture is planned to be placed in order to avoid inconvenience when connecting electrical appliances.
