Do Plastic Switch Plates Look Different Than Metal Wall Plates?

Plastic Wall Plates vs. Metal Switch Plates - What are the Differences?

There is virtually no difference between the aesthetic look of plastic and metal wall plates. The real difference comes in how they wear over time. Find out more below:

• Are Plastic & Metal Plates the Same Size?: The industry standard size for a single gang wall plate is 4.5" high by 2.75" wide. Many manufacturers also offer specialty sizes including jumbo, oversized, midi, mid size, or maxi which can vary in size depending upon the brand.
• Matching Look: While there are dozens of switchplate manufacturers, metal and plastic wall plates are generally designed to coordinate for a uniform look throughout your home. Wall plates were originally manufactured in metal, with plastic switch plates produced later to match.
• Variations Over Time: Can you get a perfect match to your current wall plates? Only if you can find the same manufacturer's original brand and model. Older switchplates may no longer be produced because of changing styles or production methods. Most cheap plastic plates discolor over time, so even buying the same brand and style will not guarantee a perfect match.
• Value: Save money - all Kyle Design light switch plates, whether metal or plastic, receive an automatic 15% discount when 6+ switch plates are purchased in any sizes or colors.

Advantages of Metal Wall Plate Covers

Kyle Design specializes in metal light switch wall plates. Why should you choose metal over plastic switch plates? Here are some good reasons to consider:

• More Sizes: Metal cover plates come in the widest range of sizes, configurations, depths and widths. Plastic, ceramic, wood or mirrored glass wall plates generally come in a very limited number of sizes with no options for getting other sizes. Kyle Design stocks over 300 sizes that are ready to ship, including oversized, narrow, old-fashioned or deep variations. We custom make many unusual sizes that you'll find exclusively here at www.kyledesigns.com.
• More Finishes: Our light switchplates and outlet covers are available in twenty different metals for all your finishing needs. The photo above shows the range and variety that metal light switch wall plates are available in.
• Excellent Resource: Our wide selection of sizes and metal finishes makes kyledesigns.com an excellent resource for builders, contractors, electricians, home remodelers and owners of older homes in need of repair. Because we keep so many plates in stock for fast shipping, you can get the plate you need in time to meet a deadline, finish a job or pass inspection.
• Custom Options: If we don't carry the odd, rare or hard-to-find size you need, we can get you a quote to make one, even a customized plate for specialized equipment. So when you need to make changes to your home wiring or have a challenging construction job, you can rest assured that you will be able to get the switch plate size you need.
• UL Approved: All Kyle Design switch plates have UL approval. UL approvals help avoid potential building code issues by meeting requirements typically needed to pass inspection. The UL Mark is a widely trusted symbol of product safety and assurance. Underwriters Laboratory is a trusted resource across the globe for product safety certification and compliance solutions. Look for the UL Mark when choosing your wall plate coverings.
• Durability: Metal switchplates won't crack, peel or discolor over time. Furthermore, solid metal face plates will not bow or distort when installed.
• Go Green: Kyle Design's switch plates are made of steel, brass, bronze or copper and can be recycled when no longer needed. Simply take to your nearest metal recycling center or scrap metal buyers.
• Made in USA: Our metal switch plates are made right here in the U.S.A. (except for copper plates. ) So when you buy our metal plates online, you are helping to support American businesses and keeping jobs here in America.
• Attractiveness: Metal switch plates have a beauty, weight and surface quality that you won't find in plastics.
• Paintable: Metal switch plates can easily be primed and painted to match your walls.
• Sound: Metal switch plates have a solid sound to them as opposed to the thin, hollow, cheap resonance of plastic plates.

Metal Light Switch Plates in All Sizes and Shapes

Kyle Design stocks a wide range of light switch wall plate metal finishes, shapes and sizes. If you're looking for an odd size lightswitch plate, or better quality & pricing, then metal wall switch plates are your best bet. They will coordinately nicely with most plastic wall plates while adding value to your home.
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