Kitchen islands have been getting bigger for years. The larger surface areas for islands in today’s kitchens have prompted some to wonder if the requirements within the National Electric Code (NEC) ...

An outlet on the side of a kitchen island - Kristi Blokhin/Shutterstock Whether you finally have the chance to do a complete kitchen renovation or you are just looking for minor upgrades that can make ...

Up through the 2017 edition of the National Electrical Code (NEC), there were requirements for “at least one receptacle outlet” for any island or peninsular counter larger than the prescribed minimum ...

Syracuse, N.Y. – Sept. 23, 2025 — Legrand®, a global leader in electrical and digital infrastructure, today announced the release of its Kitchen Countertop Outlet, delivering a sleek, safe, and ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. The new way to design your home. Electrical outlets, light switches and toilet paper roll holders are hard to avoid. Often ...