where to put electric outlets in floor of new build great room
allisonghirsch
2 years ago
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Is it a bad idea to put a laundry room upstairs in new build?
Comments (17)I think an ideal place for a washer/dryer is close to the bedrooms and bathrooms -its much more time efficient. The majority of your laundry goes to the bedrooms and bathrooms. As you age, its also easier on the arms and legs. Since you are building a new home, why not put a a washer/dryer behind closed doors in a kids bathroom? If you are worried about noise, put a small inexpensive stacked unit there for small kids loads - leave space to later put a full size unit in if you decide you like the set up. Build a normal laundry room in the basement. If you hate the laundry upstairs - you can turn that space into storage - no mater how much we have we always need more storage. If you love the upstairs laundry - then you can bring your larger machines upstairs and the smaller ones downstairs. I think if you can give yourself options you will be happier in the long run. Its harder to change things once they are built. Take precautions and install the recommended floor drain. If you don't want to purchase two washer /dryers start them upstairs and be prepared to move them if you are unhappy into a space downstairs that is already set up. Having the washer/dryer near where your clothes and towels are stored will make your life so much easier IMHO....See Morewould you suggest any in floor outlets in my great room?
Comments (3)If the room is large, and there will be furniture in the center of the room away from walls, it's always a good idea to have floor boxes for receptacles/data/audio. A decent electrician can set the boxes and conduit prior to the slab pour. Conduits typically run into the nearest wall or media room/closet....See MoreNew build, why are outlets placed so low on walls?
Comments (27)(and are switched!) I love switched outlets, but I wouldn't want them ALL to be switched. We have amazing recharging batteries these days, and lamps can't be such a huge power draw. Why do we even HAVE outlets anymore? You're right that lamps aren't a huge power draw; my husband, who is an engineer in the energy industry, says that only things that produce heat are real energy-hogs. Your TV, radio, lamp can run all day for pennies. However, I disagree with your conclusion. Batteries are great, but they're more trouble than things that're plugged into the wall. They do run out of juice (at the least convenient times) and they do have a lifespan (for example, my laptop will no longer run at all unless it's plugged into the wall -- the battery cannot hold a charge anymore, and a new battery costs $140). but once a room is furnished they are mostly ignored visually, anyway. Good point. Outlets at foot-level are easier to ignore than outlets at eye level. In reality, I suppose both spots have their uses. You probably haven't touched -- in years -- the outlet into which your bedside lamps are plugged, but you touch your kitchen outlets and the outlet where you recharge your phone daily....See MoreCouch size and location of in-floor electrical outlets
Comments (4)Post with the corrected island . Use a correct 1/4 inch scale and draw it on there in red. "Squared off" can mean a lot of different sizes...See More
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