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Mar 26, 2025 5:04 PM

HyperTough Grounding Duplex 15A Electrical Outlet (Light Almond): Single $0.50 or 10-Count $5 + Free S&H w/ Walmart+ or on $35+

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Mar 26, 2025 7:58 PM
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notnotadudeMar 26, 2025 7:58 PM
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Please install the plugs exactly how the picture shows. I did this in one of my kids bedrooms as a prank and never came back to fix them. Thats upside down!
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Mar 27, 2025 6:11 AM
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WiseCrayon352Mar 27, 2025 6:11 AM
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Quote from notnotadude View quoted comment :
Please install the plugs exactly how the picture shows. I did this in one of my kids bedrooms as a prank and never came back to fix them. Thats upside down!
The National Electrical Code (NEC) does not mandate a specific orientation for installing electrical outlets, leaving it to personal preference or manufacturer instructions. Here's a breakdown of the common practices:

Ground Down (Standard): Most outlets are installed with the ground hole at the bottom, as it aligns with the traditional "face-like" appearance and fits better with common plug designs. Some manufacturers label outlets to be installed this way.

Ground Up (Safety-Oriented): Hospitals and commercial settings often use this orientation to reduce the risk of a metal object falling onto exposed plug prongs and causing a short circuit. It's also used to differentiate switched outlets.

No Code Requirement: Neither orientation violates NEC rules, but local codes or specific job requirements may dictate placement. If the outlet has a "TOP" label, follow it; otherwise, consistency within a room is recommended.
Mar 27, 2025 7:01 AM
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normanbatezMar 27, 2025 7:01 AM
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Quote from WiseCrayon352 View quoted comment :
The National Electrical Code (NEC) does not mandate a specific orientation for installing electrical outlets, leaving it to personal preference or manufacturer instructions. Here's a breakdown of the common practices:Ground Down (Standard): Most outlets are installed with the ground hole at the bottom, as it aligns with the traditional "face-like" appearance and fits better with common plug designs. Some manufacturers label outlets to be installed this way.Ground Up (Safety-Oriented): Hospitals and commercial settings often use this orientation to reduce the risk of a metal object falling onto exposed plug prongs and causing a short circuit. It's also used to differentiate switched outlets.No Code Requirement: Neither orientation violates NEC rules, but local codes or specific job requirements may dictate placement. If the outlet has a "TOP" label, follow it; otherwise, consistency within a room is recommended.
I usually see younger electricians do ground up and older do ground down as well even in residential.
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Mar 30, 2025 8:49 PM
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Quote from notnotadude View quoted comment :
Please install the plugs exactly how the picture shows. I did this in one of my kids bedrooms as a prank and never came back to fix them. Thats upside down!
We stayed at an AirBnB where the outlets where installed this way in the bedroom - I almost couldn't sleep But as the other reply to your post points out, there's no NEC guidance about placement, up or down.

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