switch plates

Light toggle covers

Switch plates are the flat covers that surround electrical switches on walls, concealing the wiring and mounting hardware behind them.

Also called switch covers or wall plates.

They come in various materials and finishes to match décor: We replaced the old beige switch plates with brushed nickel ones.

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visibility/concealment

switch platesexposed wiring

Unprotected electrical conductors

component function

switch platestoggle switches

Two-position electrical controls

dimmer switches · light switches · outlet covers · wiring

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G