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Table 1: The NHBC’s current recommendations for socket outlets in the home
RoomOutletsNotes
Kitchen/utility6Where homes have separate areas, the kitchen should have a minimum
Dining room2 
Living or family room4At least one double outlet should be near the tv aerial outlet.
Bedrooms3 (2)Three for the main bedroom; two for other bedrooms.
Landing1 
Hall1 
Combined rooms should have sockets equal to the sum of the number or the individual rooms, with a minimum of seven in the case of a kitchen/utility room and another room.