Wall Plate Articles & Tips

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...

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 ...

A wall plate (also called a wallplate) is the protective cover used for electrical outlets, switches, and devices in residential and commercial bui...

As federally funded construction and infrastructure projects continue to grow, contractors, electricians, and procurement teams are increasingly re...

When it comes to electrical installations, the details matter—and that includes the wall plates and switch covers that finish every job. While home...

In commercial buildings, hotels, schools, office spaces — and increasingly in residential homes — bathroom lighting and exhaust fan systems are bei...

When most homeowners think about updating their space, they focus on paint colors, lighting, furniture, and flooring. But one of the smallest detai...

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/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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Rocker metal wallplates (sometimes referred to as *Decora™ wallplates) are the ideal choice because they work with multiple wiring devices, includi...

Are Metal Wallplates Better than Plastic Wallplates? Yes, metal wallplates are better, especially when used in cooking areas, like kitchens, where ...

Have you ever wondered if you are getting the best deal on wallplates for your home? Look no further than right here at the Wallplate.Store. When c...