How to position the sockets in the bedroom?

Moving into an apartment with standard electrical wiring is often accompanied by the purchase of a large number of tees and electrical extension cords. The reason is extremely trivial: there is no exact general definition of the universal location of electrical outlets. They are chronically lacking. They always end up in the wrong places. Only extension cords do not add sophistication to the design, and there are a lot of dangers associated with their use. But how to say goodbye to unsightly wires, consider the example of a bedroom.

The smallest number of outlets required in a bedroom is:

• one device near each bedside table;
• 2 TV sockets and for related equipment;
• "Point" near the front door;
• power outlet for iron;
• socket near the dressing table.

The scheme of the universal arrangement of points, at which it will become possible to rearrange furniture and change the situation in the bedroom without compromising comfort, is very difficult to draw up, if not impossible. This means that we must act according to the situation.

The task of the "point" near the bedside table is obvious - connecting a small lamp or sconce used as a night light.

The third "point" would also come in handy - for a laptop, an electronic clock or a similar electronic device powered by a 220 V.

TV in the bedroom is a very common phenomenon today. Only one of them functions very rarely - the number of on-air channels and the poverty of their programs do not meet all the requirements, even in large metropolitan areas. Basically, the TV functions as a monitor connected to a digital or satellite TV tuner, as well as for viewing software products via the Internet. You also need to implement installation and connection of the socket for the TV antenna.

Consequently, the number of sockets for a television zone is rarely limited to one. As a rule, 2 “points” are mounted (TV + TV tuner), only this is not an ideal solution. Much more often it is installed in the dormitory a full-fledged "node" of 4-5 sockets, which makes it possible to connect without worries not only a TV, but also video and audio equipment.

In small apartments, and the overwhelming majority of our fellow citizens live in them, it practically does not come out to isolate an individual office for work, therefore, a workplace in almost every family is located in a bedroom. And the first thing to do here is to power the computer. If you have a laptop, one power outlet is enough. And if a stationary personal computer, then at least 2 sockets for the system unit and monitor, as well as one more for the speakers. Also, don't forget about a Wi-Fi router and a desk lamp. In general, 3-4 pieces are needed.

The need for an electrical outlet near the front door to the sleeping room is not very clear, however, time has shown that its purpose is to connect household electrical appliances with high power, such as a heater or vacuum cleaner.

Moreover, in spacious rooms it is necessary to have 2 similar sockets, located in diagonally opposite corners of the room. It is also not bad to take into account the third "powerful" electrical outlet at the window - if necessary, you can connect a mobile air conditioner or a heater in case of frost to it.

An electrical outlet for an iron, as opposed to a "point" for a vacuum cleaner, is certainly taken into account in small apartments with small bedrooms. In spacious houses and cottages, as a rule, linen rooms or dressing rooms are made, and in bedrooms there is no need for ironing. The iron is a powerful electrical appliance with considerable consumption of electrical energy. Therefore, it is necessary to install a personal "point" for it.

An outlet next to the dressing table is needed to connect a hair dryer and other electrical appliances that any woman needs. The matter practically does not end with one outlet - as a rule, a block of 2-4 devices is installed. They are mounted a few centimeters above the table top.

The height of the placement of electrical outlets in the bedroom is determined by only two conditions: ease of use and organic fit into the design of the room. The vaunted "European standard", according to which electrical outlets are placed no higher than a few tens of centimeters from the floor level, is not suitable in a dormitory. In these rooms, all existing power points for electrical appliances should be easily accessible.

If there are no bedside tables sockets are mounted at the level of 0.5-1 meters from the floor. The height at which the "point" for the iron is set is taken in the range of 100-120 centimeters, just above the plane of the ironing board. The main thing is to place it correctly. Mounting lower or higher complicates the use of the device and creates difficulties with its constantly clinging and tangled cord.

Let's talk about the methods and techniques of external design of electrical outlets, practiced in the design of modern interiors.

When an apartment or a house is created in this "rustic" style, which prefers everything natural, we advise you to buy products with an environmentally friendly outer leather coating. The skin can be both real and artificial.

This interior style can be found quite often in the design of a modern home. Simple rosettes of dark colors are perfect for him: beige, black, gray. The outlet configuration is a square with rounded corners.

This modern style will be adorned with samples with chrome lining or tempered glass, colorless.

Colorful geometrically correct products will perfectly fit into the design in the Art Nouveau style. The color set is extensive: yellow, green and red squares, circles and triangles will come in handy in such a home.

It is an American style, which implies large spaces, and is becoming fashionable in large cities of Russia. Power outlets in the loft interior must be made of thick opaque glass, similar to industrial finishes. Samples decorated with multi-colored glass and steel will also look very harmonious.

For this "natural" interior direction, the natural appearance of materials is extremely important, therefore in the best way, samples of electrical outlets that imitate the following materials will fit into it:

• dark mahogany;
• light maple wood.

Such historical trends presuppose splendor, wealth, chic-splendor, in this regard, they adore all the spectacular, pompous, beautiful and reminiscent of the decoration of castles. The design of electrical outlets also cannot be behind the general greatness, therefore, in such a case, you can practice gilded samples, crowned with a pattern, luxurious decor, pebbles, rhinestones.

Such an interior style assumes rounded outlines and rather large sizes, therefore, the rosettes in this case must be solid in terms of dimensional parameters (rectangular, round or square).

For information on how to properly install sockets in the house, see below.