The regulations vary from country to country.
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16mm Deep, 1 Gang, Pattress Back Box White Electrical Wall Socket Switch. Surface Mounted Single Gang Back Box for standard 85mm x 85mm faceplates such as power outlets, light switches, Audio, video or networking faceplates.
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UK 13A Wall Socket Switched 2 Gang Twin Double Plug 2 USB Electrical / back box. This US B Wall plate provides two standard AC plug wall electrical outlet and 2 USB outlets for charging Cell Phones, Tablets, and USB devices etc.
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Part of the G&H Flat Plate range. The plate is 1 mm thick. To avoid installation problems and to achieve a flush fitting all wall boxes should be countersunk slightly into the wall. The entire range fits into UK standard wall boxes.
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1 Gang Single Black Square Edge Surface Pattress Back Box 32mm Deep. This antique brass finish 20A 16AX single light switch from British General will operate one light in a room. This switch has a sleek and slim profile with softly rounded edges to add a touch of luxury to your decor.
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Surface Mounting Pattress Box 1 Gang 32mm. 16mm deep 1g pattress box.
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2x 16mm Deep, 1 Gang, Pattress Back Box White Electrical Wall Socket Switch. Surface Mounted Single Gang Back Box for standard 85mm x 85mm faceplates such as power outlets, light switches, Audio, video or networking faceplates.
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The Socket Switch Spacer is a versatile product designed to extend the depth of a 1-gang or 2-gang back box for electrical wiring installation. Perfect for installing with wood slat wall panelling and bringing your sockets forward to sit flush.
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