Dual Voltage Shaver Socket 115V/230V - Smoked Bronze Screwless (Black Insert)

The Knightsbridge dual voltage shaver socket accepts both 115V and 230V appliances at 20VA output, making it compatible with electric shavers and toothbrushes from different voltage regions without needing a separate adapter. The smoked bronze screwless faceplate with black insert conceals all fixings behind a clip-on cover plate that sits flush to the wall.

Built for bathroom installation, the socket carries an IP41 rating, protecting internal components from solid objects over 1mm and vertically falling water droplets. This makes it safe for use in bathroom zones 2 and 3 under BS 7671 wiring regulations, typically positioned at least 600mm from a bath or shower enclosure. The socket requires a minimum 47mm back box depth and connects to mains via a fused spur or dedicated circuit.

The smoked bronze finish provides a darker metallic tone than standard brass or chrome, sitting between gunmetal grey and antique bronze in appearance. The premium-grade steel construction gives the faceplate structural rigidity and the screwless design means the visible surface shows no screw heads or fixings once installed. The socket is certified to EN 61558 for safety transformer standards and includes an earth terminal for Class I wiring compliance.

Product Specification Sheet

Product Manual

What appliances can I use with this socket?

The socket is designed for electric shavers and electric toothbrushes operating at either 115V or 230V. It outputs 20VA maximum, which is sufficient for standard grooming appliances but not high-wattage devices like hairdryers or straighteners.

Where can this be installed in a bathroom?

The IP41 rating makes this suitable for bathroom zones 2 and 3 under BS 7671 regulations. It should be positioned at least 600mm away from the edge of a bath or shower enclosure and must be wired via a fused spur or dedicated circuit rather than a plug socket.

What back box depth is required?

A minimum 47mm back box depth is needed to accommodate the socket mechanism and wiring. The screwless cover plate adds 4.3mm of projection from the wall once fitted.

Is the screwless plate removable for redecorating?

Yes. The smoked bronze cover plate clips onto a separate metal sub-frame fixed to the back box. The cover can be removed for painting or tiling around the socket and re-clipped without disturbing the wiring.