{"title":"Tandem Wall Plates | 2-Gang Vertical Outlet Covers | Wallplate.Store","description":"\u003cp\u003eReplacement \u003cstrong\u003etandem size wall plates\u003c\/strong\u003e (8-1\/4\" x 2-3\/4\") for two electrical boxes stacked one above the other, common in 1950s and 1960s apartments and older homes. Choose from duplex, blank, GFI, and telephone jack combinations in durable, UL listed, \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/made-in-usa-wall-plates-outlet-covers-buy-american-information-purchasing-guide\"\u003eAmerican-made\u003c\/a\u003e steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have a long, narrow outlet cover that nothing at the hardware store seems to fit, you're in the right place. Tandem plates are the same width as a \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/standard-size\"\u003estandard size wall plate\u003c\/a\u003e but extended vertically to cover both boxes under one slim plate, and they are nearly impossible to find at big-box stores.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--split--\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Is a Tandem Wall Plate?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA standard \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/2-gang-wall-plates\"\u003e2-gang wall plate\u003c\/a\u003e covers two boxes side by side. A tandem plate covers two boxes \u003cstrong\u003estacked vertically\u003c\/strong\u003e. You'll often see them in older apartment buildings, co-ops, and historic homes, typically combining an outlet with a phone jack, or an outlet with a blank cover over a second box below it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOpening Combinations Available\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDuplex receptacle + blank\u003c\/strong\u003e: an outlet cover with a solid blank section covering the second box. For side-by-side versions, see our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/blank-duplex-receptacle\"\u003eBlank + Duplex Receptacle\u003c\/a\u003e plates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGFI \/ Decora + telephone opening\u003c\/strong\u003e: fits a \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/gfi-rocker-switch\"\u003eGFCI or Decora-style device\u003c\/a\u003e plus a round 1-1\/4\" phone jack opening\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutlet + phone jack combinations\u003c\/strong\u003e: the classic mid-century layout for a receptacle and telephone line under one plate. Browse more in \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/phone-jacks-cable-more\"\u003ePhone, Jacks, Cable \u0026amp; More\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBuilt to Last\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCold-rolled steel, 0.030\" thick, for a rigid, durable plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFinishes include white semi-gloss and ivory wrinkle powder coat, and polished chrome mirror. See all our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/shop-by-color-finish\"\u003ewall plate finishes\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePowder coat resists chipping, scratching, and oxidation, and can be field-painted to match your walls\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMatching 6-32 oval head screws included\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUL Listed (UL 514D) and made in the USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Find the Right Tandem Plate\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore ordering, take the old plate off and check three things:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall size\u003c\/strong\u003e: tandem plates are approximately 8-1\/4\" x 2-3\/4\". If yours is larger or smaller, it may be a different specialty size such as \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/princess-size\"\u003ePrincess\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/midi-size\"\u003eMidi\u003c\/a\u003e, or \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/oversize-jumbo\"\u003eJumbo\/Oversize\u003c\/a\u003e. Our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/wall-plate-sizes-complete-guide\"\u003eWall Plate Sizes Guide\u003c\/a\u003e can help.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOpenings\u003c\/strong\u003e: note which device is on top and which is on the bottom (duplex outlet, GFI\/Decora, phone jack, or blank). Not sure what you have? See \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/which-wallplate-do-i-need-configuration-device-compatibility-guide\"\u003eWhich Wallplate Do I Need?\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish\u003c\/strong\u003e: painted white, ivory, or metallic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStill not sure which one matches? \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003eContact us\u003c\/a\u003e with a photo of your existing plate and our team will help you find the right replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use a regular 2-gang plate instead?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nNo. Standard 2-gang plates are made for side-by-side boxes. Tandem plates are designed specifically for boxes stacked vertically.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMy old plate has a phone jack I no longer use. What should I get?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nChoose a duplex + blank tandem plate. The blank section neatly covers the unused box below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I paint these plates?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes. The powder-coated steel plates can be painted in the field to match your wall color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo the plates come with screws?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes. Every plate includes matching screws in the same finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo you offer bulk pricing for buildings and contractors?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes. Replacing plates across a whole building? See our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/quantity-discounts-on-wall-plates-for-electricians-contractors-builders\"\u003equantity discounts\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"2-gang-tandem-size-1-gfi-opening-1-telephone-opening-1-25-id-white-semi-gloss-finish-painted-metal-wall-plate-outlet-cover-made-in-usa","title":"2-Gang, Tandem Size, 1 GFI Opening \u0026 1 Telephone Opening (1.25\" ID), White Semi-Gloss Finish, Painted Metal Wall Plate Outlet Cover - Made in USA","description":"\u003ch1 class=\"product_title entry-title\"\u003e2-Gang with (1) GFI (1) Telephone Opening (1.25 in. 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ID)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMounting: \u003c\/strong\u003e(GFI) device mounting (3.812 in. between mounting holes) \/ (Telephone opening) device mounting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplicable Standards: \u003c\/strong\u003eUL 514D\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertification: \u003c\/strong\u003eUL Listed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinishes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Available in a choice of (2) two powder coat paint finishes. Comes with both 1\/2 inch and 5\/16 inch standard slotted 6-32 oval head screws in matching finishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOften found in older, historic homes. Used in applications where electrical boxes are mounted one above the other.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade from the finest steel alloy and painted with a superior powder coat finish to assure durability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDurable finish inhibits oxidation and helps prevent any chipping and scratching.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf needed, can later be painted in the field to match a new room décor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComes with matching screws.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in the U.S.A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\" data-conversation-screenshot-content=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"0056c2ea-62e8-47df-aad2-542e8336641a\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-3-mini\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full dark markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"194\" data-end=\"726\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eThis \u003cstrong data-start=\"199\" data-end=\"245\"\u003e2-Gang Tandem Size Painted Metal Wallplate\u003c\/strong\u003e features \u003cstrong data-start=\"255\" data-end=\"311\"\u003eone GFI opening and one telephone opening (1.25\" ID)\u003c\/strong\u003e, designed for vertical electrical box installations commonly found in older or historic homes. 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