Best of KBIS 2012: U-socket !

I attended the Kitchen & Bath Industry Show held in Chicago last week, here is one of my best picks at the show! By Fastmac, this U-Socket will charge any device that charges with an USB plug! Easy DIY change out .. read more! https://designsbybsb.com/2012/05/best-of-k...

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The U-Socket by Fastmac is available for $24.95

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LandlightS Roswell, GA

Becky Sue....many thanks for the info. Now I have a new toy for some of my customers. I know of at least 20 devices I can install as soon as I get my hands on them..
Especially clever is the "mis-wire" indicator. Great for the DIYer who may crross the hot and neutrals
Gary

on May 02, 2012 · Like 1
SawHorse.net Atlanta, GA

What about surge protection?

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BeckySue, Certified Maste... Lawrenceville, GA

Id have to assume (which Im reluctant to say out loud) .. using this would be no worse than using the standard adapter to pull in your devices in any outlet.

on May 02, 2012 · Like 0
SawHorse.net Atlanta, GA

Becky Sue- probably not any worse. I do advise my clients to use surge protectors on electronics that could be affected by surges. You could also get whole house surge protection as well. Regardless- it is still a pretty interesting find. Thanks for sharing.

on May 02, 2012 · Like 1
Pam D Alexandria, LA

They would make grest presents for my children and granddaughters. We al have have so many gizmos that need changing. And the fact that you can charge 2 at a time and still have the plugs available. Worth the money.

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AK Complete Home Renovati... Marietta, GA

Very cool. We have used them in the past and the customer loved them.
Becky Sue - what did you think of KBIS this year?

on May 03, 2012 · Like 0
Home Repair Tutor Pittsburgh, PA

That is a great idea for outlets in the kitchen or home office. Thanks Becky Sue for the great pic.

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Sandra R Breinigsville, PA

Becky Sue, thank you for the info. Great addition to my home. Will be shopping for them soon!

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BeckySue, Certified Maste... Lawrenceville, GA

KBIS was good! Sad to see the trade shows get smaller every year, this year it was 1/3 the size from 4yrs ago. But.. it had been 3yrs since I went, so I really appreciated it all. Quality time to visit with mfgs :-) Disappointment was not seeing but a couple of appliance and cabinet mfgs.

on May 03, 2012 · Like 0
Kevin M. Veler, Law Offic... Alpharetta, GA

Great idea.

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Debi M Washington, NC

Wow, can't wait to get one of these...on my wish list..hubby, get busy

on May 03, 2012 · Like 1
Pam M De Soto, MO

AWESOME

on May 03, 2012 · Like 0
LandlightS Roswell, GA

Re: Surge protection.. Cutler Hammer makes a whole house surge protection system with a $75,000.00 attached equipment warranty. The system consists of a circuit panel module, a telephone module and a cable module.. Worth every penny of the $400 - 500 investment

on May 03, 2012 · Like 0
BeckySue, Certified Maste... Lawrenceville, GA

LandlightS ... i think you should start a new post about this to help homeowners (including myself) to be aware of this! would love to know more details.. share under a good heading, Im sure others will follow!

on May 03, 2012 · Like 0
Miriam I New York, NY

@BSB, @Landlights--Agreed!

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Sue A De Forest, WI

Genius!!!

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Home Repair Tutor Pittsburgh, PA

I added a whole house surge protector to my house just to be safe. The installation at the panel by our electrician was $200. It helps me feel better about electrical storms and power outages.

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HDK Electrical Enterprises Virginia Beach, VA

By any chance did you see one that wasn't installed? The receptacle boxes are usually pretty full, I'm wondering how the extra fits into a normal sized box?

on May 03, 2012 · Like 0
BeckySue, Certified Maste... Lawrenceville, GA

Saw it at KBIS .. all fit.. sorry I cannot offer any more insight!

on May 03, 2012 · Like 0
LandlightS Roswell, GA

The panel surge protector either replaces a double pole 20Amp breaker (Seimens) or is connected to the panel on the outside (Cutler Hammer) so there is always space for the module. I will post links with a detailed explanation of "Surge" and some surge protectors.
I prefer Cutler Hammer because of their warranty.
Gary

on May 04, 2012 · Like 0
SawHorse.net Atlanta, GA

Thanks for sharing @Land Too many of our clients don't protect their equipment and can lose thousands if not protected. Especially home theaters.

on May 04, 2012 · Like 0
Pedini of Atlanta, LLC Atlanta, GA

BeckySue, you should plan a 2014 trip to Eurocucina and skip KBIS, then you can really see the future of the kitchen from a host of manufacturers and appliance companies. Sadly it takes many years for some of the best things to get released in the US with all of the UL processes.

on May 04, 2012 · Like 0
BeckySue, Certified Maste... Lawrenceville, GA

@Pedini that is actually a plan of mine!

on May 04, 2012 · Like 0
Pedini of Atlanta, LLC Atlanta, GA

well if you are planning on it then here are some tips. Book air and hotel as far in advance as possible. The hotels in Milan are horribly expensive during this week. There are some much better hotel deals on the opposite side of town just get one close to the red line subway as it goes into the fair building.

on May 04, 2012 · Like 1
Artistic Paver Mfg. Miami, FL

What a great idea! Now let's hope they don't change the device power cord as they usually do just to make us buy it all again...

on May 07, 2012 · Like 1