Wall Plates

Wall Plates

After you replace a switch or add a receptacle, a clean cover is what makes the wall look finished. Wall plates from the electrical selection at Tractor Supply include units made for outlets, single and double switch boxes, plus phone jacks and low-voltage styles that keep openings neat.

Clean Electrical Covers That Finish the Wall

Wall plates protect the edge of a box opening and frame the device, so the wall looks complete. They can also hide small paint lines or chipped drywall that shows up after repairs, which is common in older rooms. Because plate sizing is fairly standardized, replacing a cracked cover or matching a room is simple.

Wall plates are used most often in places such as kitchens, hallways and mudrooms, because they're in plain view and control light sources. Keeping the same style in each space provides a consistent look. Then, you can match the cutout to the device and choose a finish that fits the room's style.

Common Wall Plate Formats

A duplex outlet wall cover fits the familiar two-receptacle shape used on many electrical outlets and adapters, and it mounts with two screws to a standard device box. For wall plates, "gang" means the number of device spaces, so a double-gang switch plate spans two switches. Phone jack wall plates bring low-voltage wiring to the surface and may be built for two- or four-wire systems. For pass-through installations, keystone and cable plates create tidy ports for electrical plugs and connectors, so cords do not pinch against drywall.

Material Choices for Indoor Plates

Indoor wall plates are often made from ABS plastic, a stiff material that keeps a clean edge around the opening and does not flex much when you tighten the screws. Thermoplastic is a bit more flexible, so it can sit flatter when the wall is slightly uneven or the box is not perfectly flush. Matte finishes cut down on glare and tend to hide fingerprints better than glossy plates. For Life Out Here, match the plate to the device and box style so it covers cleanly and sits flat, especially when the primary wire is routed inside the box.

Work with Wall Plates from Tractor Supply

Wall plates keep switches, outlets and low-voltage ports looking finished while protecting the edges around the box opening. Pair the plate style with the devices you are installing, so everything sits flush and consistent, then add tools from the rest of our home improvement lineup as needed for the job. Stop by your local Tractor Supply store or shop wall plates on our website when you are ready to wrap up the installation.