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Where can I find gold plug sockets and switches quickly?

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PluggyWuggy · 07/06/2026 08:41

Any super sleuths?

I would ideally like to be able to pick them up today or tomorrow but maybe an express shipping option?

I need
4 x double plug sockets
3 x fuse switches
1 single lightswitch
1 cooker switch

Ive ordered 2 different times now and theyve been a really dull brass despite photos.

I need just gold.

Any ideas please?

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PluggyWuggy · 07/06/2026 08:42

I've checked screwfix (they do a varilight set but its very poorly rated) homebase, B&Q, amazon etc

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caringcarer · 07/06/2026 08:42

Definitely have them at Screwfix. You can order them click and collect.

7238SM · 07/06/2026 08:45

We've recently renovated and I was amazed at the colour and sheen difference from products with the so called same colour. Are you trying to match to an existing colour scheme? We ordered via an independent, electrical shop. Any around you open today?

PluggyWuggy · 07/06/2026 09:00

7238SM · 07/06/2026 08:45

We've recently renovated and I was amazed at the colour and sheen difference from products with the so called same colour. Are you trying to match to an existing colour scheme? We ordered via an independent, electrical shop. Any around you open today?

No not really, I've just got gold handles and a gold tap so am teying to get the same kind of gold so it looks sort of unison.

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PluggyWuggy · 07/06/2026 09:00

caringcarer · 07/06/2026 08:42

Definitely have them at Screwfix. You can order them click and collect.

Yes but the reviews are awful

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Weekmindedfool · 07/06/2026 09:03

As above B&Q, wickes, Screwfix etc. Only real options if you need them today.
But why do you need them today? If there is some work happening imminently just put on standard cheap white ones as an intermediate step and replace with the rights ones when u find them.

Aposterhasnoname · 07/06/2026 09:07

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Bjorkdidit · 07/06/2026 09:11

Other option would be a local independent merchant - try electrician supplies and the name of your town?

TwoLeftSocksWithHoles · 07/06/2026 09:16

Is there a TLC near you?
www.tlc-direct.co.uk

PluggyWuggy · 07/06/2026 11:21

Weekmindedfool · 07/06/2026 09:03

As above B&Q, wickes, Screwfix etc. Only real options if you need them today.
But why do you need them today? If there is some work happening imminently just put on standard cheap white ones as an intermediate step and replace with the rights ones when u find them.

I've been to them, they don't have bright gold only antique brass and the gold ones they do have at screwfix have bad reviews, which Ive said 3 times.

I know its technically classed as brass but I am saying gold to highlight the type of colour i want. Not antique brass but bright/polished.

No TLC. Am oop norf.

Am messaging some local places.

I wanted them today as Im having the tiles done today and tomorrow so wanted the guy to put the plates on for me which was included in price, i was supposed to have them but they looked completely different when they arrived to photo.

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MotherofPufflings · 07/06/2026 11:29

Tlc delivers really quickly in my experience, generally next day (would be Tuesday now though I guess)

I've had a load of knightsbridge brushed brass fittings - really pleased with them. I've attached a picture so you can see the colour.

Where can I find gold plug sockets and switches quickly?
Needtosoundoffandbreathe · 07/06/2026 11:32

Try City Electrical Factors. Trade place, but anyone can buy from them. They have a bigger range than the general trade counters as they are specialists for electrical products.

SerendipityJane · 07/06/2026 12:09

Now we know one of Donald Trumps MN posting names 😂

PluggyWuggy · 07/06/2026 13:01

MotherofPufflings · 07/06/2026 11:29

Tlc delivers really quickly in my experience, generally next day (would be Tuesday now though I guess)

I've had a load of knightsbridge brushed brass fittings - really pleased with them. I've attached a picture so you can see the colour.

Thankyou. Yes thats what I am looking for.

I will probably order from them and put my old sockets back on. I think I will end up paying for someone else to fit them but I'm not having luck locally.

Thankyou.

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PluggyWuggy · 07/06/2026 13:01

SerendipityJane · 07/06/2026 12:09

Now we know one of Donald Trumps MN posting names 😂

Sorry, I don't follow?

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