This single black socket spacer is designed for fitting 1-gang sockets neatly over tiles, plasterboard, acoustic panels or uneven walls. It provides a 10mm extension, making it ideal for retrofitting where the back box is recessed too far into the wall.

Highlights

Builds a 1-gang socket or switch out by exactly 10mm to sit level with tiles or wallpaper
Fits the standard UK 86 x 86mm single footprint, metal and dry-lining boxes
Fitted in minutes with no chasing out or moving the back box
Black frame for a clean edge behind black plates, also in White and Grey
Rigid moulded plastic, wipe-clean and paintable, UK made

Key specifications

Depth: 10mm
Footprint: 86 x 86mm
Colour: Black
Material: Rigid moulded plastic
Gang size: 1-gang
Compatibility: Standard UK 1-gang plates, metal and dry-lining boxes
Screw type required: Longer M3.5 faceplate screws (not included)
Finish: Wipe-clean and paintable
Origin: UK made
Manufacturer: Alchemy Collectives

Pros

Exact 10mm build-out keeps the plate level with a single tile or thick paper layer
No need to chase out or move the existing back box
Works with all standard UK 1-gang plates and both metal and plasterboard boxes
Paintable and wipe-clean, so it blends with the wall finish

Cons

Longer M3.5 faceplate screws are not included, so you must supply your own
At 10mm it is wrong for tile-on-adhesive, shiplap, or deep panelling, use 15mm or 20mm instead

Frequently asked questions

How do I fit the B&Q - Black 10mm 1-Gang Socket Spacer?

Unscrew the plate, fit the spacer over the existing 1-gang back box, then refit the plate. Switch off at the consumer unit first. No chasing out or moving the box is needed.

Will this spacer fit my existing UK single socket or switch?

It is sized to the standard UK single footprint of 86 x 86mm and works with metal and dry-lining 1-gang boxes. It fits all standard UK 1-gang plates.

Is 10mm the right depth for my wall?

The 10mm suits a single layer of tiles or thick wallpaper. For tile-on-adhesive or shiplap use 15mm, and for deep panelling, slat walls or acoustic boards use 20mm.