Mantle receptacles

[billconner]

I was going to ask what was best design for receptacles in mantles for lights, click, Christmas lights, etc. that you had seen. Was leaning towards a clock receptacle - recessed - face up in wood mantle - than found Sillite receptacles. http://www.sillites.com/newconstruction.php

Any one seen or installed these? They seem ideal. Amazon as another brand as well.

 

[sparky 1971]

I put one of these in my mantle. It's also controlled by a switch so when the 'ol lady leaves the Christmas lights on, it's easy for me to shut 'em off. I used the floor receptacle style so the receptacles can be covered the 10 months out of the year they aren't being used.

It's been a few years ago, but I did install some of the receptacles in the OP during a kitchen remodel. I don't remember what it was, but there was something I didn't like about them.

https://www.menards.com/main/electrical/electrical-boxes-covers/electrical-boxes/raco-1-gang-brass-rectangular-floor-box-kit/6500br-5/p-1444451764589-c-6425.htm?tid=3547547782342627272&ipos=4

 

[Stuart in MN]

I haven't seen the Sillite receptacle before but it does look pretty slick.

 

[Terry D]

I was going to ask what was best design for receptacles in mantles for lights, click, Christmas lights, etc. that you had seen. Was leaning towards a clock receptacle - recessed - face up in wood mantle - than found Sillite receptacles. http://www.sillites.com/newconstruction.php

Any one seen or installed these? They seem ideal. Amazon as another brand as well.

Those seem pretty slick

 

[billconner]

Well, I ordered 2. I'll let you know.

 

[Zeke]

Receps designed for floors work too. Good secure covers when not in use.

 

[nadogail]

I get catalogs from a company that sells electrical outlets to be installed in desk tops. I have never found it necessary to buy from them.