Mount A Power Strip To The Wall

Mount a Power Strip to the Wall

Power strips are a convenient way to add extra outlets to a room, but they can also be a tripping hazard if they're not properly mounted. Mounting a power strip to the wall is a simple project that can help to keep your cords organized and out of the way.

**Materials:** * Power strip * Screws * Drill * Screwdriver * Tape measure * Pencil * Level **Instructions:** 1. **Choose a location.** The first step is to choose a location for your power strip. It should be close to where you need the outlets, but out of the way of foot traffic. 2. **Mark the location.** Once you've chosen a location, mark the spot where you want to mount the power strip. Use a pencil to make a small mark on the wall. 3. **Drill pilot holes.** Using a drill, drill two pilot holes into the wall at the marks you made. The pilot holes should be slightly smaller than the screws you will be using. 4. **Install the screws.** Insert the screws into the pilot holes and tighten them until they are snug. 5. **Mount the power strip.** Line up the power strip with the screws and slide it into place. The power strip should fit snugly against the wall. 6. **Tighten the screws.** Once the power strip is in place, tighten the screws until they are snug. 7. **Level the power strip.** Use a level to make sure that the power strip is level. If it is not level, loosen the screws and adjust the power strip until it is level. 8. **Tighten the screws again.** Once the power strip is level, tighten the screws again until they are snug. **Tips:** * If you are mounting the power strip to a drywall, use drywall anchors to help support the weight of the power strip. * If you are mounting the power strip to a stud, you can skip drilling pilot holes. * You can use a variety of different types of screws to mount a power strip to the wall. However, it is important to use screws that are the correct size for the power strip and the wall. * If you are not comfortable drilling holes in the wall, you can hire an electrician to do it for you. **Safety Precautions:** * Always turn off the power to the circuit before you begin working on it. * Be careful not to drill into any electrical wires. * If you are not sure how to do something, it is always best to consult a qualified electrician.