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There is no single legal number — but BS 7671, NHBC standards and HMO licensing conditions all point to specific minimums by room. Get them wrong on a rental refurb and you're looking at a compliance notice. This guide covers the numbers by room, the difference between new build and HMO rules, and why the standard minimums are already out of date for 2026.

BG Evolve Brushed Brass is the finish trade buyers keep reaching for on hotel rooms, HMO refurbs and high-spec residential jobs. The full range covers sockets, switches, USB and dimmer variants — all on a screwless flat plate, all BS EN compliant, all available at Kent Traders with auto-applied bulk discounts from 2 units up.

Masterplug is the UK's leading certified extension lead and power management brand — part of the Luceco Group. This guide covers the full range for trade buyers: standard leads, surge-protected strips, USB tower sockets for hotel desks, cable reels for site use, and smart power strips. BS 1363 and BS 5733 compliant throughout. Includes real load limits, surge protection explained, and hotel room desk spec guidance. In stock at Kent Traders.

Corby of Windsor has been the default hotel kettle spec in UK guest rooms since 1930. This guide breaks down all four models — Canterbury, Kensington, Buckingham and Hampton — with capacities, wattages, finish options and honest advice on which model suits which star rating. Includes trouser press and welcome tray range. Strix-controlled, CE and UKCA marked, 3-year warranty. Volume pricing at Kent Traders from 10 units.

Screwless flat plate switches have no visible screws — just a clean flush surface. Brushed brass, matt black, chrome or steel — which finish works in your home?