This project involved upgrading a bedroom's electrical outlets for modern convenience. A single socket was converted into two double sockets, both featuring integrated USB ports for direct device charging. An additional double socket was also installed in a new location to improve access to power within the room.
Bedrooms are no longer just places to sleep; they’ve become personal hubs for relaxation and work, filled with devices that all require power. It’s a common frustration to find there simply aren’t enough sockets to charge a phone, a tablet, a smartwatch, and power a lamp all at once. This often leads to a tangle of extension leads and bulky adaptors, which can be both untidy and a potential electrical hazard.
This particular project addressed that very issue in a box bedroom. The starting point was a single socket outlet that was insufficient for the occupant’s needs. The first step was to carefully remove the existing single socket and its back box from the plasterboard wall. We then altered the opening in the wall to accommodate two new, larger 2-gang back boxes side-by-side. This preparation is key to a solid and secure installation. Once the new back boxes were fitted, we installed two modern double sockets, each equipped with built-in USB charging ports. This simple change quadrupled the number of available plug sockets and added dedicated charging points, freeing up the main outlets for other appliances.
To further improve the room’s functionality, we identified a corner of the room that would benefit from having its own power source. On this masonry wall, we installed a brand new double socket outlet. This involved chasing the wall to conceal the new wiring, fitting a back box, and connecting the new socket to the existing ring circuit. By adding power to a previously unserved area, the room’s layout becomes far more flexible.
All new wiring and connections were completed to the required standards, and once the socket installations were finished, we carried out a series of functional and safety tests. This is a critical part of the process, confirming that the new outlets are operating correctly and the circuit is safe. The result is a much more practical and user-friendly space, ready for the demands of modern technology without the clutter of chargers and extension cables.
