Outlets by Forbes & Lomax

1 Gang outlet by Forbes & Lomax offers a wide selection of outlets for power, phone, data, and cable TV to complement their Rotary Dimmers and Toggle Switches.

Invisible Plate 1 Gang Outlet by Forbes & Lomax offers a wide range of outlets for power, phone, data, and cable TV that perfectly complement their Rotary Dimmers and Toggle Switches.

Metal plate outlet by Forbes & Lomax in unlacquered brass with a black insert.

Forbes & Lomax invisible plate outlet on a papered wall.

Forbes & Lomax

SKU: TRDUP/USA/U/B

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The Outlet by Forbes & Lomax is a North American receptacle on a hand-finished plate, available in 1 and 2 gang. Outlets can be mixed with toggle switches, rotary dimmers and push buttons on the same plate.

Established in 1987, Forbes & Lomax is a UK-based heritage electrical brand recognized by architects and designers for refined switch and outlet design.

Can I order this now? Yes, if you know the plate type, the gang count, the device type and your insert colour, and the plate is 2 gang or under.
Do I need to check anything first? Junction box depth. A two inch deep box is recommended, and your electrician will know what is there.
Does the Painted or Invisible plate need finishing? Yes. The Painted plate is painted and the Invisible inner plate is papered or painted, both before the electrician fits them. Allow for it in the schedule.
When should I request a custom quote? Phone, data or cable TV inserts, 3 gang or more, mixed plates, or anything you are unsure about should be confirmed by our sales team in order to ensure compliance and compatibility. Please reach out to us at contact@cassonhardware.com.
Can I install it myself? No. Line voltage, licensed electrician only.

Full specifications and installation requirements are below.

The receptacle is identical across all three plates. What differs is how the plate meets the wall, which finishes are offered, and what has to happen on site before the electrician fits it.

Plate	What it is	Site work before fitting	Best for
Metal	Solid metal, hand finished. Plate and screws share the same finish	None	Rooms where the plate is meant to be seen
Invisible	Clear acrylic top plate with bevelled edges over a primed inner plate, screws in your chosen finish	Inner plate papered or painted	Wallpaper, lime wash and paint you do not want interrupted
Painted	Etch-primed plate, painted on site to match the wall	Plate painted and dried	Walls where the outlet should disappear into the colour

Metal

Construction: solid metal, finished by hand. Plate and screws are supplied in the same finish.
Site work: none. Fitted as supplied.
Finishes: the full range. Aged Brass is the one exception, and applies to the plate only.

Invisible

Top plate: transparent acrylic with bevelled edges, secured without visible fixing screws.
Inner plate: primed aluminium, supplied ready to be papered or painted. Each unit ships with both plates.
Wallpaper: the inner plate can be used as a template to cut a piece to fit.
Over stone or tile: the inner plate can be faux painted to match the surrounding surface.
Sequence: the inner plate is decorated as part of the wall finish, before the top plate goes on. Allow for it in the schedule rather than at handover.
Finishes: applied to the screws only. Aged Brass is not offered.

Painted

Construction: etch-primed metal, supplied unpainted. The plate itself carries no metal finish.
Method: lay the plate flat and apply two to three coats with a small roller. Rolling, hand-painting and spraying each give a different look.
Top coat: a clear matte varnish can be applied to protect against marks.
Glaze paint: undercoat the plate in the same colour as the walls.
Sequence: paint the plate separately and let it dry completely before fitting. Screw heads are painted to match and touched in afterwards.

Plate heights, widths and thicknesses are listed under Specifications below.

Model	Metal	Invisible	Painted
1 and 2 Gang Duplex (tamper resistant)	Order online	Order online	Order online
1 and 2 Gang Duplex GFCI (tamper resistant)	Order online	Order online	Order online
1 and 2 Gang USB / Power	Order online	Order online	Made to order
Phone (RJ11), Data (Cat 5 or Cat 6), Cable TV (F Type Coax)	Made to order	Made to order	Made to order

Multi-gang plates up to 8 gang are supplied to accommodate as many devices as required, and can combine outlets with switches, dimmers and push buttons on one plate. Contact us with your device schedule for a quote.

Insert Colours

Inserts are available in Black, Gray, White, Light Almond and Oyster on all three plates. Insert colour is chosen separately from the plate finish and does not have to match it.

Oyster: not available with Phone, Data or Cable TV inserts.
Gray: not available with USB-C.

Plate widths for each gang count are listed under Specifications below.

Supply: line voltage, for conventionally wired installations.
Circuit rating: 20 amp, accommodating standard 15 amp plugs.
Tamper resistance: the Duplex and Duplex GFCI receptacles are tamper resistant as supplied.

Electrician: must be installed by a licensed electrician, in accordance with appropriate electrical codes and regulations.
Junction box depth: recessed at least 1/8" below the finished wall surface so the plate sits flat. A two inch deep box is recommended for ease of installation. Refer to the Junction Box Assembly Diagram below.
Existing boxes: check the recess depth before ordering.
Wall box: do not paint or paper over it, in case the outlet needs to be accessed later.
Plate finishing: Painted and Invisible plates are decorated before the electrician fits them. Refer to Plate Overview above.
Areas of application: light-duty commercial, residential.

Plates of 3 gang or more, mixed device plates, and Phone, Data or Cable TV inserts are quoted by our sales team. Send the following to contact@cassonhardware.com and we will price it against your schedule.

Plate type: Metal, Invisible or Painted
Model and gang count for each position
Insert colour
Fittings finish
Whether the plate combines outlets with switches, dimmers or push buttons
Junction box depth on site

Plate Sizes

All plates are 4.53" (115 mm) high. Metal and Painted plates are 1.8 mm thick. The Invisible plate is a 3 mm acrylic top plate over a 1 mm primed inner plate.

Gang	Plate Width	Availability
1 Gang	2.76" (70 mm)	Order online
2 Gang	4.53" (115 mm)	Order online
3 Gang	6.38" (162 mm)	Made to order
4 Gang	8.27" (210 mm)	Made to order
5 Gang	10.08"	Made to order
6 Gang	11.89"	Made to order
7 Gang	13.70"	Made to order
8 Gang	15.51"	Made to order

Materials & Finishes

Fittings finish availability differs by plate. On the Metal plate the finish applies to the plate and screws together; on Invisible it applies to the screws only. The Painted plate carries no metal finish, and its screws are painted to match.

Finish	Metal	Invisible	Painted
Unlacquered Polished Brass	Yes	Yes	Painted to match
Aged Brass	Plate only	Not offered	Painted to match
Nickel Silver	Yes	Yes	Painted to match
Brushed Stainless Steel	Yes	Yes	Painted to match
Antique Bronze	Yes	Yes	Painted to match
Lacquered Brushed Brass	Yes	Yes	Painted to match
Matte Brass	Yes	Made to order	Painted to match

Aged Brass: a plate finish only. Forbes & Lomax do not make Aged Brass fittings, so the screws are supplied unlacquered brass and patina alongside the plate rather than matching on arrival.
Living finishes: Unlacquered Polished Brass and Aged Brass darken and develop a patina with handling and exposure. This is intended and not a defect, and variation between pieces is normal.
Lacquered finishes: Nickel Silver, Brushed Stainless Steel, Antique Bronze, Lacquered Brushed Brass and Matte Brass hold a consistent colour and will not change.
Matte Brass: carries a baked lacquer coating that resists fingerprints.
Care: wipe clean with a dry, non-abrasive microfiber cloth. Avoid chemical or alcohol-based cleaners.

Wall-plates: conform to UL 514D, certified to CSA C22.2 No. 42.
Outlets: conform to UL 498, certified to CSA C22.2 No. 42.

Review and ensure all certifications are applicable for your local code.

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Installation Notes

Pre-drilling or pre-milling for hardware components is not recommended until all items are received and measured.

There may be slight variations that could affect the installation of your hardware as many pieces are hand finished / fabricated.

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Forbes & Lomax

Quiet control, precisely made.

Forbes & Lomax approaches electrical hardware with a focus on material clarity and restraint. Rooted in British design, the collection balances heritage craft with contemporary application, where brass, stainless steel, and glass are used for their inherent qualities.

Signature glass plates allow switches and outlets to visually recede, carrying through wall finishes with minimal interruption. Where the plate is expressed, it is resolved with equal precision, with clean lines, controlled proportions, and a considered finish palette. Solid metals are left unlacquered, allowing surfaces to oxidize and develop a natural patina over time.

Across toggles, dimmers, and power, each mechanism is defined by a quiet, articulated movement that emphasizes touch as part of the experience. The system is designed to integrate into refined interiors, supporting both traditional and contemporary contexts with consistency and restraint.

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Principles

Architectural Integration: Plates recess into or pass through the wall plane. Every detail resolves flush so the interior finish carries uninterrupted.
Handwork and Origin: Each fitting assembled by hand in Britain in unlacquered solid metal — brass, bronze, nickel silver — hallmarked and traceable to the workshop.
Living Patina: Finishes are not sealed. They oxidize with age, matching the space they live in. The surface is not an end state; it is a continuing one.
System Versatility: Switches, outlets, dimmers, and plates share one material language and one tolerance standard. Specifications propagate across the range; substitutions stay consistent.