{"product_id":"double-the-power-double-the-contrast-satin-brass-with-bold-black-inserts","title":"Double the Power, Double the Contrast – Satin Brass with Bold Black Inserts","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"ds-message _63c77b1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ds-markdown\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOverview\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvolve 2 Gang 13A Switched Socket in Satin Brass\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e delivers dual power outlets on a single, elegantly proportioned plate, finished with distinctive \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eblack inserts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e that create a bold, contemporary look. Measuring H:86mm x W:146mm, this horizontal double socket is the standard size for UK kitchens, living rooms, and bedrooms – but far from standard in appearance. The warm satin brass faceplate contrasts dramatically with the black socket outlets and switch rockers, making this socket a deliberate design feature rather than an afterthought. Each of the two UK 3-pin sockets is individually switched, allowing you to control power to each appliance separately, and both are fitted with safety shutters as required by UK regulations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhether you are specifying for a media wall with dark cabinetry, a home office with industrial styling, or a bedroom with deep charcoal or navy walls, this socket’s black inserts ensure it complements rather than clashes. The satin brass finish resists fingerprints and tarnishing, while the screwless clip-on faceplate creates a flush, seamless appearance. For rooms where white inserts would stand out awkwardly, this Evolve socket offers a sophisticated, coordinated solution that turns a functional necessity into a subtle statement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Choose This Evolve 2 Gang Socket with Black Inserts?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChoosing this Evolve double socket means you no longer have to hide power outlets behind furniture to avoid disrupting your carefully chosen colour scheme. The \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eblack inserts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e blend seamlessly with dark walls, black appliances, or industrial finishes, while the satin brass frame adds warmth and luxury. The dual gangs give you two high-power 13A outlets – perfect for side-by-side appliances like a TV and soundbar, or a kettle and toaster. Individual switches on each socket mean you can leave one appliance plugged in and switched off while using the other, reducing standby power consumption. For homeowners and designers who want their electrical fittings to enhance, not detract from, their interior vision, this socket is an inspired choice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSatin brass finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – warm, elegant, and smudge-resistant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlack inserts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – bold contrast for socket outlets and switch rockers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 gang, 13A each\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – two independent UK power outlets\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIndividually switched\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – each socket has its own on\/off rocker\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSafety shutters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – complies with UK BS 1363 (prevents foreign object insertion)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStandard UK double socket size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – H:86mm x W:146mm fits standard 2-gang back box\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScrewless clip-on faceplate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – hidden fixings for a flush, premium look\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMatching Evolve satin brass range\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – coordinate with switches, dimmers, and USB sockets\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ds-scroll-area ds-scroll-area--show-on-focus-within _1210dd7 c03cafe9\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ds-scroll-area__gutters\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ds-scroll-area__horizontal-gutter\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ds-scroll-area__vertical-gutter\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecification\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Code\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePCDSB22B\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSatin brass\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInsert Colour\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlack (socket outlets and switches)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNumber of Gangs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCurrent Rating\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e13A per socket (total 26A max across both)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSwitch Type\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSingle pole switched (each socket individually)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSafety Feature\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIntegral shutters (BS 1363 compliant)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions (H x W)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e86 mm x 146 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMounting Box Depth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e25mm minimum (35mm recommended)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBack Box Compatibility\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStandard UK 2-gang (146mm wide)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTerminal Capacity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3 x 2.5mm² or 2 x 4.0mm² per side\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlate Material\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMetal (lacquered brass)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFAQs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1. Will the black inserts show scratches more easily than white?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMinor scratches on black plastic can appear as lighter lines, whereas white inserts hide small scratches better. However, the high-quality thermoplastic used is scratch-resistant under normal use. Avoid inserting damaged or misshapen plugs. For heavy-use areas (e.g., kitchen), consider the white insert version if you are concerned about long-term wear.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2. Can I replace my existing white-insert socket with this without changing the back box?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes, provided you have a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003estandard UK 2-gang back box\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (146mm wide and at least 25mm deep). This socket has the same dimensions as any standard double socket. However, check your existing box depth – 25mm is minimum, 35mm is recommended for easier wiring.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3. Are both sockets controlled by a single switch or individually?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIndividually.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Each of the two sockets has its own rocker switch. This allows you to, for example, keep your TV on standby (switch on) while turning off a lamp plugged into the other socket (switch off), without unplugging anything.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4. Do the black inserts get hot under heavy load?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. The black inserts are made from flame-retardant thermoplastic that meets UK safety standards. The colour does not affect thermal performance. As with any 13A socket, avoid daisy-chaining extension leads or exceeding 13A per socket (e.g., running a washing machine and tumble dryer from the same double socket via adapters).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5. Will this socket match my existing Evolve satin brass light switches if they have white inserts?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe outer satin brass plate finish will match perfectly, but the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003einsert colour will differ\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (black vs white). In the same room, this can look mismatched. For a cohesive look, either use all black-insert accessories or all white-insert accessories within a single space. Consider ordering a matching black-insert light switch for consistency.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Evolve","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57261217841534,"sku":null,"price":8.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0985\/3832\/4350\/files\/PCDSB22B.jpg?v=1776300352","url":"https:\/\/ssmelectric.co.uk\/products\/double-the-power-double-the-contrast-satin-brass-with-bold-black-inserts","provider":"SSM ELECTRIC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}