Place the power outlet according to the current interior position
A common mistake is determining the position of the power outlet without finalizing the interior layout. When the desk, bed, cabinet or sofa changes position, the power outlet may be obscured or located too far from where it needs to be used.
Before constructing electricity, homeowners should relatively determine the location of large furniture and fixed equipment. This method helps the sockets stay in an accessible place instead of having to pull electric wires around the room.
Making too few power outlets
Reducing the number of sockets to make the house look more compact may cause inconvenience later. The living room can simultaneously use TVs, routers, lights, air purifiers or other electrical appliances. In the kitchen, the need for use is even greater with rice cookers, microwaves, coffee makers, blenders...
If only arranging a few power outlets in a fixed position, homeowners may easily have to use extended outlets or power dividers. Therefore, you should plan the frequently used devices and arrange outlets suitable for each area.
Not counting the device to be used
Some locations need to be counted as power outlets right from the design stage because it is very difficult to add after completion. For example, the desk area may need outlets for computers, screens and lights; the kitchen cabinet area may need power for cabinet or desk devices.
Making a list of equipment before construction helps homeowners determine the number and location of outlets closer to their actual needs.
Only care about quantity and ignore usage
Having many power outlets may not be convenient if they are located in a difficult-to-reach location or are covered by furniture. Besides the quantity, homeowners should pay attention to height, direction of use and distance to the device.
In particular, areas that frequently change layout such as living rooms or desks should have more flexible plans.
Although the socket is small, it is part of the interior design. Calculations from the beginning based on living habits, furniture locations and equipment lists will help the house be neater and more convenient, while limiting the need to wire or repair after completion.
