I am doing the rough-in electrical in my bathroom gut. I want to put a few receptacles (outlets) above the vanity. Is there a standard height I should be installing the receptacle? I don't have a floor or a vanity yet so I can't just measure from the counter top.
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There are no set rules for the height of receptacles on walls or over counters, even in a bathroom. Good practice is to keep them at least 4 inches above a counter top or backsplash and not directly over a sink or under a window. You can install them where ever they look good to you, but try to keep them as far left or right of the faucet as practicable. Of course, a GFIC receptacle is required in bathrooms regardless of where you install it. |
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Your counter tops should be no more than 32-38 inches so just put them at about 4 feet that should be good enough. I am making an assumption here. Electrical work is not my specialty. I am sure that there is a standard height; however, if you are doing this yourself, I do not see why you cannot put them where you want. |
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