Socket Backbox Install on Dot and Dab Wall
Posted: Thu Nov 03, 2016 1:03 pm
Hi
I am looking to install a few new sockets on a dot and dab plasterboard wall with brick behind. I am looking to use double-gang sockets. Can anyone advise on the back-box depth that I should be using? Should I use the plastic ones for plasterboard or metal back-boxes?
Also, I am looking to put the wiring in (not connect it up as I respect electricity - even though I have knowledge/education in EE) upstairs while I have the flooring up. This will hopefully save me some money when I bring the lecky in. It will be wired into an existing ring or possibly a new ring to the CU. Should I be laying 2.5mm T&E?
Thanks in advance
I am looking to install a few new sockets on a dot and dab plasterboard wall with brick behind. I am looking to use double-gang sockets. Can anyone advise on the back-box depth that I should be using? Should I use the plastic ones for plasterboard or metal back-boxes?
Also, I am looking to put the wiring in (not connect it up as I respect electricity - even though I have knowledge/education in EE) upstairs while I have the flooring up. This will hopefully save me some money when I bring the lecky in. It will be wired into an existing ring or possibly a new ring to the CU. Should I be laying 2.5mm T&E?
Thanks in advance