If you re planning on installing a decorative backsplash in your kitchen you need to plan ahead for the electrical outlets that typically line this area.
Kitchen tile backsplash electrical outlets. How to hide kitchen outlets. The ears of the outlet or switch should sit on the tile so that the outlet will be supported by the tile and will not collapse into the electrical box when the screws are tightened. National electrical code 2011. In this case the electrical code as adopted by your community.
Electrical outlet faceplates present a unique challenge when tiling the backsplash because they are one of the few kitchen tiling obstacles that touch upon a building code. If you re in an area that follows national electrical code nec the boxes cannot be set back more than 1 4 6 mm. With the current popularity of white kitchens and a lot of subway tile consider placing your outlets sideways to mimic the tiles and keep a clean uninterrupted backsplash. Obviously these outlets come in numerous finishes and are simply another option in an increasing list of alternative kitchen e outlet location and function.
There are many types of tile that can be used to create a backsplash for a kitchen such as those seen in kitchens. Article 314 outlet device pull and junction boxes. The island pictured features two of these outlets installed above and to the right and left of the sink. Apr 26 2014 our plugmold sample of look and how it will be installed.
Once the extenders are in place reattach the outlet loosely until the tiles are in place. Visit our website for other electrical and tile tips. The landing area home office homework spot the party appetizer zone it is a prime area begging for outlets. Afterwards cut the tiles to fit around the outlet apply tile mastic to the area and push the tiles into place.
Then unscrew the outlet from the electrical box so you can insert outlet extenders to accommodate the added depth of the tiles. As well as to the right of the stovetop in the countertop in the background. Please practice hand washing and social distancing and check out our resources for adapting to these times. If you have set tile on a kitchen backsplash and need to extend the outlets or light switches this video will show you all the steps to do it.
Tiling a backsplash normally involves using a thinset mortar or adhesive to adhere the tile to the wall. Avoid lateral spaces horizontal or vertical between the kitchen backsplash tile and the outlet faceplate. Tiling a backsplash includes planning how to install the tile around various outlets that can be used for electric or for video.