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It sticks out far from the wall, can get a slim one now and it’s got paint from previous owners around the edge of it. Also, not sinking it but least I can replace It with a metal face plate to match the rest of the house.

Thanks for everyone being so observant. Just to clarify, I am safe to install a normal socket now right? Get rid of this ugly one!

Great stuff, normal socket it is. Have no issue swapping over but just wanted to check it’s safe with this new setup. Thanks for all your help!

Sorry buddy, could you explain a little more about this. Don’t quite understand.

Yes it looks like it does. Had the electrics updated last year with a brand new unit. Pic attached. If this is the case, looks like I don’t need the socket to have an RCD as this was installed prior to the new unit.

Ahhh ok, that makes sense. Even with no grass in the garden haha. But yeah, probably electrics that would be used outside. If I plan to never use the socket for outside use, just appliances inside, could I just install a ‘normal’ socket?

The socket’s cable runs directly into the consumer unit and has its own fuse switch. Does this essentially mean that it’s just a normal socket. Just trying to work out why the previous owners used this type of socket and not a ‘normal’ one.

Apologies, I’m using the wrong terminology. Whenever I’ve mentioned ‘RCD’ I meant the main fuse box, which is located in the kitchen and where this socket is attached to. Another mistake I said was ‘exterior’ by which I meant, outside (exterior) to the main fuse box, not exterior to the...

Hi all, My very first post so be gentle! I’m not an electrician but I’m competent and won’t tackle anything complex. Whilst plastering, I discovered a plug socket (which is frequently used), is connected to the RCD. Now, I’m trying understand why this type of plug socket is being used. It was...