Switch & socket height

[Slynxx]

Is it acceptable to install switches and sockets at the same height as the originals (1930's house) in a 3 room new build extension ?
Or do they have to conform to the 450mm & 1200mm height as in a complete new build ?

 

[luminaire]

No it's not necessary if you don't want to do that.
It only applies to new build and complete rewire AFAIK.

 

[Chri5]

Make sure the Council are OK with them being the same height as existing.

Shouldn't be a problem since the new heights are for full new builds, but the Council do have a habit of getting 'antsy' about things- so run it past them 1st.

 

[ban-all-sheds]

With a rewire I believe the requirement is if it didn't comply before it must not end up any less compliant.

 

[JohnD]

you may find it an advantage to user the higher position for sockets. it is easier for people who are old/stiff/fat/pregnant/have bad backs or knees

or any combination.

 

[luminaire]

you may find it an advantage to user the higher position for sockets. it is easier for people who are old/stiff/fat/pregnant/have bad backs or knees

That'll be you then John

 

[securespark]

it is easier for people who are fat have bad backs or knees.

You make me feel much better!!

 

[JohnD]

you may find it an advantage to user the higher position for sockets. it is easier for people who are old/stiff/fat/pregnant/have bad backs or knees

That'll be you then John

I am not pregnant.

 

[Taylortwocities]

Don't be so negative. Maybe you need to give it some more time.......

 

[securespark]

I'm preggers. Or at least, I look like I am...

 

[ban-all-sheds]

Are you due to give birth to a 9lb meat & potato pie?