Socket

Sockets for Wall Mounting

In this category, you will find a wide selection of sockets for installation on the walls of your home.

We have both standard sockets with and without grounding, with and without switches, and sockets with USB ports for charging your devices.

Furthermore, we have a large selection of other products here on the site, see for example Screwdrivers, toolboxes, and many other electrical items.

6 Things to Consider Before Buying Sockets

Before you just go out and buy sockets, there are a few things to be mindful of, as not all sockets are created equal.

There are many different types of sockets. Below are some points that are good to include in your considerations to find the best sockets for you.

#1 Color

One of the first things to consider is the color of the socket. White sockets are the most common and are also the ones you have probably seen the most.

The white sockets blend in well with most homes, as the white color is not as prominent as some of the other colors available for sockets.

It can actually be quite difficult to make a choice about the colors of the sockets, especially if two people are designing the home together.

In a typical home, there are quite a few sockets. Therefore, they are not difficult to spot and thus also have a significant impact on the appearance of the home.

You can choose sockets in the following colors:

• White
• Gray
• Charcoal Gray
• Black

#2 Number of Modules

The number of modules determines how many plugs you can have on each socket. The more you have, the more devices you can plug into the socket.

Having multiple modules is especially good to have in a kitchen, where you might need to use several different kitchen tools at the same time.

The more modules you have, the more space the socket will also take up on the wall.

#3 With or Without Grounding

Today, not many people choose sockets with grounding anymore when replacing older sockets.

This is partly because more and more electronic devices and items are better at protecting themselves against short circuits.

However, a grounded socket is good to have if you live in older houses, as they are more likely to experience short circuits due to older electrical installations.

Today, newly built homes are constructed so well that the electrical installations are safe, and you do not necessarily need to have sockets with grounding anymore.

Grounded sockets do not necessarily take up more space than sockets without grounding. For some, it is nice to have access to a grounded plug, as there are still many tools that use grounding.

#4 With or Without Switch

With a switch, you can choose to turn off the power completely to the socket. Even if you turn off your devices, they are often not completely off, just in standby mode.

The switch can save you some money on your electricity bill by cutting off the power completely, so there is no power going to the device's standby mode.

Newly built homes today are often built without switches and grounded plugs since they already have a high energy class and are good at saving electricity.

Without a switch on the sockets, they also will not take up as much space on the wall, which is another consideration for aesthetic reasons.

#5 USB Chargers

Since today there are so many devices that are charged with USB cables, it makes sense to buy sockets with USB input.

They are especially practical for charging your smartphones and other devices, as you no longer get the USB adapter when you purchase a new smartphone, for example.

With built-in USB ports directly in the sockets, you no longer need the USB adapter. You just need to plug the charging cable directly into the socket to charge.

#6 Wi-Fi Sockets

Wi-Fi sockets can be used to control your sockets, even when you're not nearby.

Via an app, you can for example set a lamp to turn on at a certain time, simply by plugging the lamp into the Wi-Fi socket, which is then plugged into a regular socket.

With us, you can find Wi-Fi sockets for indoor and outdoor use. You can for example set your Christmas lights to automatically turn on after a certain time.

Indoors, they can for example be used to start sous vide, so you come home to something delicious and tender meat.

Frequently Asked Questions about Sockets

Can you change a socket yourself?

You may only change your sockets if the installation is protected by an RCD 30mA, also known as HFI, HPFI, or residual current circuit breaker. However, you must NEVER establish sockets in your home yourself; it must be done by professional workers.

What type of current is in a socket?

The current that comes out of your sockets is called alternating current. This is partly because the electrons switch between moving one way and the other.

How many watts are in a socket?

In Denmark, our sockets have a power of 2300 W (230 volts). They are marked with either 10A, 13A, or 16A, which is also the maximum allowed load current.