Wall Plate Articles & Tips
Switches, Outlets & Wall Plates: Complete Guide to Choosing the Right Covers
Learn the differences between switches, outlets, and wall plates. Compare outlet covers, rocker and GFCI plates, oversized options, metal vs. plastic, and find the right solution for residential and commercial projects.
Common Wall Plate Problems Electricians Face (And How to Fix Them)
Wall plates are a small part of an electrical installation, but they can create real problems on the job when the fit isn’t right. Electricians fre...
Best Wall Plates for Electricians (Complete Guide to Metal, Jumbo & Combination Covers)
Electricians deal with wall plates on almost every job—but finding the right one isn’t always simple. From mixed device layouts to damaged drywall ...
Wall Plate vs Wallplate: What’s the Difference?
A wall plate (also called a wallplate) is the protective cover used for electrical outlets, switches, and devices in residential and commercial bui...
Build America Buy America (BABA) Compliant Wall Plates: What Contractors Need to Know
As federally funded construction and infrastructure projects continue to grow, contractors, electricians, and procurement teams are increasingly re...
Why Electricians Buy Their Wall Plates and Switch Plates from the Wallplate Store
When it comes to electrical installations, the details matter—and that includes the wall plates and switch covers that finish every job. While home...
Why Two-Gang Wall Plates with One Blank and One Device Opening Are Ideal for Bathroom Sensor Retrofits
In commercial buildings, hotels, schools, office spaces — and increasingly in residential homes — bathroom lighting and exhaust fan systems are bei...
How to Choose the Right Wall Plate for Your Home (A Practical Guide)
When most homeowners think about updating their space, they focus on paint colors, lighting, furniture, and flooring. But one of the smallest detai...
Metal Wall Plates, Now More Popular Than Ever
We have seen a huge increase in customers ordering metal wall plates vs plastic wall plates. Over the past year, the trend has shifted tremendously...
Oversized Metal Wallplates and Switch Covers Remain Our Best-Selling Item
Oversized/Jumbo Wallplates are our best selling products. Customers love oversized metal wallplates and switch covers, because it's an easy fix to a big problem. It quickly covers up imperfections in walls around electric boxes. Oversized wallplates are especially useful in damaged tile work in kitchen over the counter areas and bathrooms.
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Decorative Rocker Style Walplates, The Ideal Choice for your Electrical Devices
Rocker metal wallplates (sometimes referred to as *Decoraâ„¢ wallplates) are the ideal choice because they work with multiple wiring devices, includi...
Metal Wallplates and Switch Covers vs. Plastic Wallplates in Kitchens and High Heat Areas
Are Metal Wallplates Better than Plastic Wallplates?
Yes, metal wallplates are better, especially when used in cooking areas, like kitchens, where ...