Pattress Boxes

Frequently asked questions

What depth back box do I need?
25mm for most flush single sockets and switches, 35mm for double sockets and dimmers, and 47mm for deep fittings or many conductors.
What is a surface pattress?
A box that mounts on the wall face to hold an accessory where you cannot recess a box into the wall.
Metal or dry-lining box?
Use a metal box for masonry and a dry-lining (grip-lug) box for plasterboard and stud walls.

Bulk pricing available. Quantity discounts apply automatically: 2+ units save 2%, 5+ save 3%, 10+ save 5%, 20+ save 7%.

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BG Electrical HGS68 Metal Double Flush Mount Box (6G+8G)

BG Electrical HGS68 Metal Double Flush Mount Box (6G+8G)

£6.34£5.62
BG Electrical HGS68 Metal Double Flush Mount Box (6G+8G) About Product: Easy to fit Manufactured from steel Suitable for installation of 6 module and 8 module Grid plates Multiple knockouts...
BG 908 Double Rectangular 35mm | Dry Lining Box

BG 908 Double Rectangular 35mm | Dry Lining Box

£0.77
BG 908 Double Rectangular 35mm | Dry Lining Box Suitable for mounting electrics into dryline cavity walls, partitions and plasterboard walls Manufactured from PVC Chemical resistant Compatible with double plate...
BG 907 Single Square 35mm | Dry Lining Box

BG 907 Single Square 35mm | Dry Lining Box

£0.56
BG 907 1 Gang 35mm | Dry Lining Box Suitable for mounting electrics into dryline cavity walls, partitions and plasterboard walls Manufactured from PVC Chemical resistant Compatible with single plate...
BG HGS07 2 Gang 47mm Steel Knockout Box

BG HGS07 2 Gang 47mm Steel Knockout Box

£1.12
BG HGS07 2 Gang 47mm Steel Knockout Box This double steel back box is ideal for the installation of electrical accessories and is designed to be fitted into a wall...
BG HGS06 1 Gang 47mm Steel Knockout Box

BG HGS06 1 Gang 47mm Steel Knockout Box

£0.73
BG HGS06 1 Gang 47mm Steel Knockout Box This single steel back box is ideal for the installation of electrical accessories and is designed to be fitted into a wall...
BG HGS03 1 Gang 35mm Steel Knockout Box

BG HGS03 1 Gang 35mm Steel Knockout Box

£0.61
BG HGS03 1 Gang 35mm Steel Knockout Box This single steel back box is ideal for the installation of electrical accessories and is designed to be fitted into a wall...
BG MC503 Nexus Grid | 6 and 8 Gang Double Surface or Flush Mount Box

BG MC503 Nexus Grid | 6 and 8 Gang Double Surface or Flush Mount Box

£6.06
BG MC503 Nexus Grid | 6 and 8 Gang Double Surface or Flush Mount Box About Product: Surface mounting box A rugged scratch resistant range, suitable for everyday use in...
BG 907 Single Square 35mm | Dry Lining Box

BG 907 Single Square 35mm | Dry Lining Box

£0.56
BG 907 1 Gang 35mm | Dry Lining Box Suitable for mounting electrics into dryline cavity walls, partitions and plasterboard walls Manufactured from PVC Chemical resistant Compatible with single plate...
BG HGS04 2 Gang 25mm Steel Knockout Box

BG HGS04 2 Gang 25mm Steel Knockout Box

£0.67
BG HGS04 2 Gang 25mm Steel Knockout Box This double steel back box is ideal for the installation of electrical accessories and is designed to be fitted into a wall...
BG HGS05 2 Gang 35mm Steel Knockout Box

BG HGS05 2 Gang 35mm Steel Knockout Box

£0.84
BG HGS05 2 Gang 35mm Steel Knockout Box About Product: Easy to fit Manufactured from steel Suitable for installation of double electrical accessories 2 fixing lugs M20 knockouts in sides...
BG HGS02 1 Gang 25mm Steel Knockout Box

BG HGS02 1 Gang 25mm Steel Knockout Box

£0.49
BG HGS02 1 Gang 25mm Steel Knockout Box This single steel back box is ideal for the installation of electrical accessories and is designed to be fitted into a wall...
BG MC501 | Metal Clad 1 Gang and 2 Gang Grid Surface Mounting Box

BG MC501 | Metal Clad 1 Gang and 2 Gang Grid Surface Mounting Box

£2.60
BG MC501 | Metal Clad 1 Gang and 2 Gang Grid Surface Mounting Box About Product: Surface mounting box A rugged scratch resistant range, suitable for everyday use in commercial...
BG MC502 Metal Clad 3 Gang and 4 Gang Grid Surface Mounting Box

BG MC502 Metal Clad 3 Gang and 4 Gang Grid Surface Mounting Box

£4.45£4.36
BG MC502 Metal Clad 3 Gang and 4 Gang Grid Surface Mounting Box About Product: Surface mounting box A rugged scratch resistant range, suitable for everyday use in commercial and...
BG HGS912 Nexus Grid 9 and 12 Gang Triple Flush Mount Box

BG HGS912 Nexus Grid 9 and 12 Gang Triple Flush Mount Box

£11.23£10.48
BG HGS912 Nexus Grid 9 and 12 Gang Triple Flush Mount Box About Product: Easy to fit Manufactured from steel Suitable for installation of 9 module and 12 module Grid...

Pattress boxes (back boxes) house the wiring behind a switch or socket, in surface-mount and flush-mount formats and a range of depths. This collection covers metal and moulded boxes for single, double and grid plates.

Choose the box depth to suit the accessory and whether it's a flush or surface installation.

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