Switches & Sockets

The switches and sockets in a home are among the most frequently touched fittings in the entire building - and choosing quality products in a finish that suits the interior makes a meaningful difference to how the room feels. At the DIY Hardware Store, our switches and sockets range covers the standard UK BS 1363 single and double sockets, 1-gang and 2-gang light switches, shaver sockets, and the wiring accessories used in domestic electrical installations.

Standard white plastic sockets and switches suit most domestic installations and are the straightforward choice for utility areas, rental properties, and anywhere the electrical fittings are functional rather than decorative. Brushed chrome and satin nickel versions are increasingly popular in kitchens and living rooms where the socket finish needs to coordinate with other room hardware. USB-integrated sockets eliminate the need for adaptors and charger blocks in bedrooms and home offices.

All switches and sockets at the DIY Hardware Store are specified to BS 1363 and BS 3676 for standard UK mains voltage use, with screwed terminals for standard twin-and-earth domestic wiring connections.

  • Single and double 13A BS 1363 sockets for domestic use
  • 1-gang and 2-gang BS 3676 light switches
  • Shaver sockets with dual voltage and overload protection
  • White plastic, brushed chrome, and satin nickel finishes
  • USB-integrated socket options for device charging
  • Screwed terminals for standard twin-and-earth wiring