SHPELEC® White 1 Gang Switched Socket with 25mm Surface Mount Pattress Box | Round Edge | 13A | BS 1363

The SHPELEC White 1 Gang Switched Socket with 25mm Surface Mount Pattress Box is a complete, ready-to-install single socket solution for domestic and light commercial properties across the UK. Supplied with a matching 25mm surface mount pattress box — no wall chasing required. BS 1363 approved, UKCA marked, and CE marked for peace of mind on every installation.

Key Features

• Complete kit — 13A switched socket faceplate and matching 25mm surface mount pattress box included
• No wall chasing required — surface mount installation fixes directly to the wall surface
• Rocker switch — single switched 13A outlet for safe and convenient appliance control
• BS 1363 approved — meets the core UK standard for 13A socket-outlets
• UKCA and CE marked — compliant for sale and installation in the United Kingdom
• Round edge profile — clean white finish suits modern domestic and commercial interiors
• Trade and home ready — suitable for homeowners, landlords, electricians, and renovators

Product Description

A White Single Switched Socket Built for the UK

If you need a white 1 gang switched socket that delivers a clean, professional finish without the complexity of a full flush installation, the SHPELEC surface mount single socket is the practical choice. Supplied as a complete set with a matching 25mm pattress box, everything you need arrives together — no separate back box required, no guesswork on compatibility.

Why Surface Mount?

Surface mounting is often the most sensible approach — particularly in solid-wall properties, outbuildings, garages, conservatories, and anywhere that chasing a cavity into the wall isn't feasible or desirable. The 25mm surface pattress box provides the depth needed to house the wiring neatly, keeping the installation clean and flush against the wall without compromise.

Rocker Switch for Convenient Control

The single outlet is controlled by a rocker switch, allowing you to cut power to a connected appliance without removing the plug. It's a small but genuinely useful feature for lamps, chargers, appliances, or any equipment you want to switch off independently at the wall.

Where a Single Socket Makes Sense

A 1 gang socket is the right choice where only one outlet is needed — dedicated appliance points, single-use locations, or where space on the wall is limited. It gives you a neat, purposeful installation without an oversized faceplate where it isn't needed.

Designed to Look the Part

The round edge profile and white finish sit unobtrusively in modern interiors. Whether you're adding a single socket to a bedroom, utility room, or outbuilding, the SHPELEC aesthetic is consistent and considered — matching cleanly with other white electrical accessories across your property.

Standards That Matter

This socket is BS 1363 approved — the core UK standard governing 13A socket-outlets. It is also UKCA marked for the post-Brexit UK market and CE marked, confirming it meets the relevant safety requirements. For landlords, electricians, and anyone working to Part P or carrying out an EICR-ready installation, having a product that meets these standards is non-negotiable.

Where It Can Be Used

• Residential properties — bedrooms, hallways, utility rooms, and dedicated appliance points
• Rental properties and HMOs — a clean, compliant socket for landlords and letting agents
• Garages and workshops — where surface mounting is far more practical than flush fitting
• Outbuildings and garden rooms — summerhouses, studios, and garden offices
• Light commercial premises — small offices, retail units, and consultation rooms
• Renovation and refurbishment projects — where a single dedicated socket point is needed
• New builds — a reliable, standards-compliant surface socket for electricians on site

What's in the Box

• 1 × SHPELEC White Round Edge 13A 1 Gang Switched Socket (faceplate)
• 1 × White 25mm Surface Mount Pattress Box (back box)

Fixings may be included — please refer to product packaging for full contents.

FAQs

Does this socket come with a pattress box included?

Yes. This listing includes both the white 13A 1 gang switched socket faceplate and a matching 25mm surface mount pattress box. It is a complete kit — no separate back box required.

What is the difference between a 1 gang and a 2 gang socket?

A 1 gang socket has a single outlet, while a 2 gang (or double) socket has two outlets on the same faceplate. This product is a 1 gang socket, providing one switched 13A plug point from a single back box. If you need two outlets in the same location, see the SHPELEC White 2 Gang Switched Socket with 25mm Surface Mount Pattress Box.

What does surface mount mean?

Surface mounting means the socket and back box are fitted directly onto the surface of a wall, rather than being recessed into it. This makes it ideal for solid walls, outbuildings, garages, and retrofit installations where chasing into the wall is not practical.

Is this socket approved to UK standards?

Yes. This socket is BS 1363 approved — the UK standard for 13A socket-outlets — and is both UKCA marked and CE marked, confirming compliance for use and sale in the United Kingdom.

Can I use this socket in a garage or outbuilding?

Yes. Surface mount sockets are a popular choice for garages, workshops, outbuildings, and garden rooms. Ensure the installation is carried out in accordance with current wiring regulations (BS 7671).

Is this suitable for a landlord or rental property?

Yes. Its UKCA marking and BS 1363 approval make it a sound choice for residential rental properties, HMOs, and buy-to-let refurbishments subject to electrical safety regulations.

Can a competent DIYer fit this socket?

Surface-mounted sockets are among the more accessible fixed electrical tasks for a competent DIYer in England and Wales, provided the work complies with Part P of the Building Regulations. If in any doubt, use a qualified electrician. In Scotland, all fixed electrical work must be carried out by a qualified person.