How to Add a Floor Electrical Outlet | Run Power Under the Floor

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  • Опубліковано 11 лип 2024
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  • @AprilWilkerson
    @AprilWilkerson  2 роки тому +8

    Save 20% on your system and your first month is free when you sign up for interactive monitoring. Visit SimpliSafe.com/April to learn more!

  • @blackdog850
    @blackdog850 2 роки тому +3

    Great job April! Last year I was adding an outlet in my kitchen to a wall that didn't have an outlet. I decided to add a pop-up outlet just like that under my dining room table. When you need it, it's EXTREMELY handy! And a clean look too! Well done! Get R done!

  • @scottsimpey2965
    @scottsimpey2965 2 роки тому

    This was great to see April. My wife and I have wanted to put an outlet in our kitchen floor by an island counter that we bought several years ago. I think seeing this video just gave me the much needed motivation to finally get going on that project.

  • @brettmoritz3698
    @brettmoritz3698 2 роки тому +2

    I have not heard of this pop-up outlet until now! Thank you for your ever pushing forward, you’re an inspiration to all of us loyal fans

  • @thomascdurham9130
    @thomascdurham9130 2 роки тому +16

    Love the designed of that outlet box. I can see myself installing a few in the near future. Thanks April for the heads up! :)

  • @SawdustmakerLori
    @SawdustmakerLori 2 роки тому

    I love how that turned out......looks great! Got such a kick out of all the dogs watching what you were doing and the big dog laying in the small bed while the little dogs shared the big bed.....too cute!!!

  • @olddawgdreaming5715
    @olddawgdreaming5715 2 роки тому +2

    Slick as a wet whistle, great job April. Worked out real good for you. Thanks for sharing with us. Fred.

  • @PMichaels
    @PMichaels 2 роки тому +3

    Thank you so much for this! We have been using extension cords in our living room because we have two recliners in the middle of the room with no outlets. Now I can install this and plug in my computer right there. 👍🏼 Thanks for sharing! 🙌🏼

    • @jimbrewer2893
      @jimbrewer2893 2 роки тому +1

      Same with us. Glad I ran across this video.

  • @lonniebrown6158
    @lonniebrown6158 2 роки тому +4

    Record player stand?!?! YES! PLEASE! It has been almost a year since I bought mine, and it really wants to have a home out of the box it came in. Plz do make a video of your build!
    I have been a silent, faithful subscriber for years, I look forward to your video release weekly. I have been with ya since way back when ...some crazy girl...for the thrill of it...did donuts in a corvette! Pretty good ones if I recall 🤔!! Loved it!!
    ...but anyways... Yes, Please, record player stand!! Thank you for being your awesome self!

    • @AprilWilkerson
      @AprilWilkerson  2 роки тому +2

      Thanks for still being along for the ride. :)

  • @nica.rivera
    @nica.rivera 2 роки тому +4

    April, you are amazing! I mean going as far as cutting a hole on your floor 😲. You're my inspiration!😃

  • @lorenmeyer5290
    @lorenmeyer5290 2 роки тому +1

    WOW That's wonderful, GREAT job April!

  • @profcah
    @profcah 2 роки тому

    Great video April. Lot of ingenuity and flat out skill here!

  • @jtompkins1277
    @jtompkins1277 2 роки тому +2

    I'm amazed at how calm your pets are during this.

  • @JT_70
    @JT_70 2 роки тому +13

    Harbor Freight sells an inexpensive set of 33’ fiberglass glow sticks (fish rods) that work great for fishing wires in situations like this. Mine have been invaluable.
    Love all your videos April!

    • @keithlmayersjr3669
      @keithlmayersjr3669 2 роки тому

      well thats 50$ probably never need them again and ive used pex in a pinch works just as good.

  • @felixfromnebraska8648
    @felixfromnebraska8648 2 роки тому +2

    You did a great job, April. The Pop-up outlet is perfect for your situation. I get a kick out of your giddiness when your workout the details.
    Thanks for sharing. Felix

  • @stanleykeith6969
    @stanleykeith6969 2 роки тому +1

    Great Video April, Love It !💖

  • @raygonzales443
    @raygonzales443 2 роки тому +2

    Thanks for sharing, you always have great ideas

  • @FredMcIntyre
    @FredMcIntyre 2 роки тому +1

    Awesome work April! 😃👍🏻👊🏻 ..... I actually enjoy snaking wires 😊

  • @jacobmartin3718
    @jacobmartin3718 2 роки тому +1

    Great video!! I think you 100% deserve your views and subcribers!! God Bless.

  • @SchysCraftCo.
    @SchysCraftCo. 2 роки тому +2

    Absolutely brilliant idea April. Very nice video this week. Can't wait to see more videos soon. Keep up the great craftsmanship and hard work my friend. Keep making. God bless.

  • @JohnnyConcrete67
    @JohnnyConcrete67 2 роки тому +2

    I also love the support of the dogs 🥰

  • @OriginalRaveParty
    @OriginalRaveParty 2 роки тому +2

    Quality project. Your enthusiasm is great ☺️

  • @chicagorandy
    @chicagorandy 2 роки тому +1

    Thanks for sharing the great wiring tips. Who'd a thunk it would be so 'relatively' easy? Oh, and I DO like how you are now incorporating your sponsorship messages in your vids.

  • @louroberts5567
    @louroberts5567 2 роки тому +1

    😀👍Very cool! Love how much you enjoy yourself while doing these projects. Thanks for sharing. God bless.

  • @tree_carcass_mangler
    @tree_carcass_mangler 2 роки тому +2

    Great video. And thanks for the tip about the separate grounding. Thumbs up!

  • @EM1473
    @EM1473 2 роки тому

    Love it! Thank you for making this video!!!

  • @mikecurtis2585
    @mikecurtis2585 2 роки тому +1

    Great video always fun to watch!

  • @gary8033
    @gary8033 2 роки тому

    Sweet! I really dig the pop-up outlets. Keep'em Sharp! 👍👍✌️

  • @msmw6159
    @msmw6159 2 роки тому +1

    Loved it!! I learn so much from you!

  • @reinhardtwildschut1093
    @reinhardtwildschut1093 2 роки тому

    Thank you for the giggles. Yes, your supers were busy the whole time! Great job!

    • @AprilWilkerson
      @AprilWilkerson  2 роки тому

      Yes, they are relentless! :) Thanks for watching.

  • @ruudiluca
    @ruudiluca 2 роки тому +3

    I don't really do DIY but I found this video really fun to watch!

  • @WillysPerformanceCycleCtr
    @WillysPerformanceCycleCtr 2 роки тому +1

    Great idea and well done! I like the pop up outlet in lieu of the brass plate style. The pop up certainly has a clean look and you always make it look simple by providing all the steps! Thanks and hope all is well in your neck of the woods!

    • @AprilWilkerson
      @AprilWilkerson  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks! I'm glad you enjoyed the video. Yes, all is well thank you. Thanks for watching.

  • @_Merica_USA
    @_Merica_USA 2 роки тому

    Another great video Ms April

  • @andyrose8642
    @andyrose8642 2 роки тому +1

    Thanks April, great idea and demonstration. Keep them coming....😀

    • @Scott_Alex
      @Scott_Alex 2 роки тому

      Hello 👋 how are you doing today??

  • @69virgin1966
    @69virgin1966 2 роки тому

    Girl I swear your giddiness is so funny that it's contagious. I can't remember if I have ever seen a video on Installing a floor mounted outlet before. When I saw you cutting your rug, I was like noooooooo what is she going. But I don't blame you for it, I might have done the same thing if I was in your shoes.

  • @CraigEstep
    @CraigEstep Рік тому

    Really good video. Helpful to see another person do this before I tackle it myself.

    • @AprilWilkerson
      @AprilWilkerson  Рік тому

      Great! Glad you found it useful. Thanks for watching.

  • @sillysausage72
    @sillysausage72 2 роки тому +3

    Great job April!
    I have a few spots that I'd like to do this and you gave me some great ideas. Diggin the end tables too. Happy Sunday!

    • @youtukang
      @youtukang 2 роки тому +2

      😊👍👍

    • @AprilWilkerson
      @AprilWilkerson  2 роки тому +2

      Thanks! Yes, I enjoyed making the end tables. Thanks for watching.

    • @sillysausage72
      @sillysausage72 2 роки тому +1

      @@AprilWilkerson A pleasure. Thank you for sharing.

  • @rcg5317
    @rcg5317 2 роки тому +2

    This is awesome. I really like your electrical videos.

  • @ΓΕΡΑΣΙΜΟΣΣΤΡΑΓΓΑΣ
    @ΓΕΡΑΣΙΜΟΣΣΤΡΑΓΓΑΣ 2 роки тому +3

    Beautiful and useful video as always

  • @JamesWHurst
    @JamesWHurst Рік тому

    What an interesting and well-done presentation! An in-floor outlet had not occurred to me! A great problem-solver. And your video is delightful - thank you.

    • @AprilWilkerson
      @AprilWilkerson  Рік тому

      Glad you enjoyed it and found it useful. Thanks for watching.

  • @SteveC38
    @SteveC38 2 роки тому +1

    Love the floor outlet!

  • @mindyash6116
    @mindyash6116 2 роки тому

    Good job! I love watching you work

    • @Scott_Alex
      @Scott_Alex 2 роки тому

      Hello 👋 how are you doing today??

  • @ny6983
    @ny6983 2 роки тому

    You are an inspiration

  • @andrewbrown8148
    @andrewbrown8148 2 роки тому +9

    Great idea, April~! That solves the problem I have in 2 rooms where I have extension cords running out onto the floor under rugs. Not the preferred way to do it, but they're in areas where there's no foot traffic to trample the cords. Thanks for the inspiration. I'm off to get my multi-tool & Sawzall~!!

    • @youtukang
      @youtukang 2 роки тому +3

      Hello my friend 🙏🤝

    • @AprilWilkerson
      @AprilWilkerson  2 роки тому +1

      Awesome! Sounds great! Thanks for watching.

  • @ManWander
    @ManWander 2 роки тому +1

    you never fail to amaze!

  • @LuisYax
    @LuisYax 2 роки тому

    You are insanely smart and inspiring. Great work.

    • @AprilWilkerson
      @AprilWilkerson  2 роки тому

      Thank you so much! And thanks for watching.

  • @699hazard
    @699hazard 2 роки тому +10

    Great idea April, you should use double sided tape to put that rug cut out on the lid of the outlet so when you have nothing plugged in the rug doesn't look funny with a hole in it.

    • @Slatersave
      @Slatersave 2 роки тому +1

      Exactly what I was thinking.

  • @ou8aboogie426
    @ou8aboogie426 2 роки тому

    You are awesome. Love the guitars.

  • @pamil1923
    @pamil1923 2 роки тому

    I really like that pop up outlet!👍🏼☮️

  • @markdmaker3173
    @markdmaker3173 2 роки тому +1

    Done brilliantly, Bravo

  • @pteddie6965
    @pteddie6965 2 роки тому +2

    This outlet set-up looks great. I grew up with vinyl, so I thoroughly understand why you want to have a turntable and listen to old albums.
    Thanks for sharing this video with us.
    What are your current favorite vinyl albums?

  • @audreybowles6357
    @audreybowles6357 2 роки тому

    You make such helpful videos for us Amy! I am installing a floor outlet under my kitchen island. Thank you for your tips and tricks.

  • @luifranco1457
    @luifranco1457 Рік тому

    I have an 8 foot 3/4” pvc pipe that I have used to feed wire through, and 14/2 Romex feeds perfectly through it! Also, the receptacle you used is 20a (which is fine if you’re running this from a 20a breaker, but NOT ok if running from a 15a breaker, for those who might be thinking about picking one of those up for their home!)

  • @3RNHRT
    @3RNHRT 2 роки тому

    The cat was all, "What in the world are you doing crazy hooman?!" At 3:28... hahahahaha

  • @yekaterinapanferova1410
    @yekaterinapanferova1410 2 роки тому

    Well done. Good job. Good idea

  • @robertkerby2581
    @robertkerby2581 2 роки тому

    Great idea!
    Well done!

  • @k4x4map46
    @k4x4map46 2 роки тому +1

    great job!

  • @IEnjoyCreatingVideos
    @IEnjoyCreatingVideos 2 роки тому

    Great work on the floor plug April! Thanks for sharing the video with us!👍💖😎JP

  • @danielmoore6507
    @danielmoore6507 2 роки тому

    Good thing I watched this. Want to build an outdoor studio and was trying to think of the possible ways to put outlets in. This could be perfect.

    • @AprilWilkerson
      @AprilWilkerson  2 роки тому +1

      Excellent! Glad you found it useful. Thanks for watching.

  • @danstewart7316
    @danstewart7316 2 роки тому +3

    Just FYI for anyone doing this you should be aware that it is against code for your kitchen counter/island/peninsula receptacles to serve power to anything but countertop space or dining area.

  • @SoniaBDorsey
    @SoniaBDorsey 2 роки тому +1

    This was a great tutorial! Thanks for posting.

  • @thebestblainejohnson
    @thebestblainejohnson 2 роки тому +16

    Sheathed cable IS permitted to be run exposed on surfaces or inside cabinets, etc. If subject to direct physical damage then it requires supplemental protection. The term "subject to physical damage" is not defined by the NEC so it becomes an interpretative issue. Exposed cable is very common in this scenario.

    • @brianpimental2948
      @brianpimental2948 2 роки тому +2

      The cable is susceptible to damage. Also when you add to an existing circuit it needs to be Arcfault protected. I do like the creative aspects.

    • @keithlmayersjr3669
      @keithlmayersjr3669 2 роки тому +5

      mc cable is what u use, you putting anything in the cabinet subjects it too damage. 2nd you cant run a liv room plug or anything off the 2 required small appliance circuits in the kitchen. if were being legal and what not.

    • @papageorgiola
      @papageorgiola 2 роки тому +2

      Ah yes. Follow April for the IDEA, don't follow for the direction. Hire an electrician that knows the code so you don't die.

    • @steveloux4709
      @steveloux4709 2 роки тому

      @@keithlmayersjr3669 Yep. Had the same reaction. She honestly did a great job with the installation. If only she had an electrician friend to recommend the MC cable and steer her toward acquiring the circuit from anything other than the required dedicated circuits of a dwelling unit.

  • @ZPdrumer
    @ZPdrumer 2 роки тому +3

    This is a great idea. Especially as great rooms become more prevalent, having outlets I. The middle of the floor is almost a necessity

    • @AprilWilkerson
      @AprilWilkerson  2 роки тому +1

      Yes, I think all homes should have this option. Thanks for watching.

  • @dddube12
    @dddube12 2 роки тому

    Very cool April!!!

  • @jrpritchard1622
    @jrpritchard1622 2 роки тому

    awesome video April keep on rolling the vid be safe

  • @Geeksmithing
    @Geeksmithing 2 роки тому

    This channel is such a great "outlet" for your creativity!

  • @miloh7871
    @miloh7871 2 роки тому

    I put in 2 of these in my kitchen wall above the counter a few years ago because they looked cool.

  • @pandraus
    @pandraus 2 роки тому

    the new editing style and the dogs chilling are great!
    also, funny how luck follows when you know what you are doing. If I make a whole on the floor, be sure it will be in the wrong place.

  • @yarivg
    @yarivg 2 роки тому +5

    I have found the easiest way for me to run a line anywhere that there is enough room in a hollow wall or in the subfloor is with a vacume cleaner to guide a delicate string from one hole to the next and then use the string to pull your main line.

  • @NB-Philly
    @NB-Philly 2 роки тому

    I’m totally adding this to my todo list!

    • @AprilWilkerson
      @AprilWilkerson  2 роки тому

      Awesome! I'm so glad I did this project, I love it! Thanks for watching.

  • @AlGuden
    @AlGuden 2 роки тому

    Excellent video. You have the same floor tile that we do! And I’m happy that you are into vinyl. I have a turntable and loads of LPs.

    • @AprilWilkerson
      @AprilWilkerson  2 роки тому

      Awesome! Yes, I'm really enjoying my Vinyl Albums. Thanks for watching.

  • @LucasTimmons
    @LucasTimmons 2 роки тому +9

    Hi April. When you build the cabinet for the turntable you should find a way to isolate the table from the vibration that the speakers cause. That vibration can mess up the playback / damage your records from a bouncing stylus.

    • @gc9111
      @gc9111 2 роки тому

      use hockey pucks to lift/isolate the turntable away from the table top/shelf

  • @thevet2009
    @thevet2009 2 роки тому +1

    Perfect instruction...thanks

  • @louisashford6865
    @louisashford6865 2 роки тому +1

    Thanks for the awesome idea of getting juice in the middle of my room😉

  • @tylerwesthead62
    @tylerwesthead62 2 роки тому +1

    The way your dogs were laid there watching you cut a hole in your floor 😂

  • @TheOutboarderTim
    @TheOutboarderTim 2 роки тому

    Great work you put super glue around the rug it will keep it from unraveling on you !!! Like all your video's keep up the Great work you do !!!!

  • @demonknight7965
    @demonknight7965 2 роки тому +1

    I love you're supervisory team :) they're sooo cute

  • @sneekypete63
    @sneekypete63 Рік тому

    Nicely done.

  • @franck52000
    @franck52000 2 роки тому +1

    J'ai adoré la prise de courant sous le tapis.....beau travail

    • @AprilWilkerson
      @AprilWilkerson  2 роки тому +2

      Thank you! I'm glad you enjoyed the video.

  • @Harrythehat58
    @Harrythehat58 2 роки тому +7

    One reason to use removable suspended ceiling in basements and never sheetrock. I've run into issue of people wanting to add something electrical way too often after they had finished the basement.

  • @LogicBob
    @LogicBob 2 роки тому

    You're such an awesome person!

  • @zayu6237
    @zayu6237 2 роки тому

    Respect from south korea

  • @peterdurand3098
    @peterdurand3098 2 роки тому +1

    Great job as always. Looking at some of the negative comments I am glad that I don't live in an area where it seems you can't do this, can't do that, and probably require an electrician to plug in an extension cord (assuming that is permitted) :-) Keep up the good work and thanks again.

    • @AprilWilkerson
      @AprilWilkerson  2 роки тому

      Thanks! I'm glad you enjoyed the video. Thanks for watching.

  • @michaelgarcia4204
    @michaelgarcia4204 2 роки тому

    Great job!

  • @garynagle3093
    @garynagle3093 2 роки тому

    Nice projects. Glad you had space under the joists. Great supervisors make a great outcome. 🤪

  • @JH-kh9lf
    @JH-kh9lf 2 роки тому +4

    They also make a product called "Carpet Tape". It's similar to a fish tape that you electricians use but it's wider and flat and made to run under carpet. It would work Great here in this situation.

  • @ellieboa
    @ellieboa 2 роки тому

    Very cool!

  • @lovejones7545
    @lovejones7545 2 роки тому +1

    Beautiful 🤙🏾💯❤

  • @glencrandall7051
    @glencrandall7051 2 роки тому +8

    What would you have done if the floor had been concrete? Well done. Thank you for sharing. Have a great day and stay safe.

    • @rodmis1
      @rodmis1 2 роки тому +1

      I’m assuming that was done on the second floor of her house! I don’t think you can do that on the first floor because you have concrete underneath.

    • @cooperised
      @cooperised 2 роки тому +1

      @@rodmis1 Depends on the house. If you have a basement, there's probably a wooden floor on the entry level. Here in the UK wooden suspended floors are common on the ground floor even if there's no basement.

    • @andrewscott9919
      @andrewscott9919 2 роки тому

      @@cooperised April said that she was working on the second floor.

  • @magicalucem3034
    @magicalucem3034 2 роки тому +4

    Just exactly the same sockets we had in my office in 1961.
    Only 51 years ago.
    What a new idea 💡
    😃
    As father Christmas says
    Ho Ho Ho

    • @youtukang
      @youtukang 2 роки тому +1

      Toppp 😊😊👍

    • @garys9694
      @garys9694 2 роки тому +2

      Probably didn't have USB outlets in them though did they?

    • @magicalucem3034
      @magicalucem3034 2 роки тому

      @@garys9694 No USB plugs indeed..though the 5 Amp 1920s round plug sockets for the electro mechanical calculators were fitted in the accounts department floor outlets.
      We had all the mod cons oh yes.
      All our telephones were "sanitised" by the professional team who visited once a month.
      Cool eh !
      Twas a far far different world .. but mains sockets in the floor were simply de rigeur.

  • @ThinkB4UAct
    @ThinkB4UAct 2 роки тому

    I love it awesome project

  • @kekipark77
    @kekipark77 2 роки тому +1

    that was so epic

  • @karllaun2427
    @karllaun2427 2 роки тому

    Hi April! I came by your shop last week on the way to San Antonio, but unfortunately you were in FL that day. Jordan gave me a nice tour though and I went home with a frac/dec chart that I'd been wanting to get for some time. All is looking great!

    • @AprilWilkerson
      @AprilWilkerson  2 роки тому

      Yes, I'm usually in my own Shop if in town but occasionally am at The Wood Shed. Thanks for stopping by, watching and being supportive of what I do.

  • @chorgzent.3978
    @chorgzent.3978 2 роки тому

    nieces be lookin at women like you knowing that they could do whatever they put their mind to. true inspiration

    • @AprilWilkerson
      @AprilWilkerson  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks, but even guys who weren't taught these things, enjoy my tutorials and feel they too can attempt something new. Thanks for watching.

  • @upallnyte2000
    @upallnyte2000 2 роки тому

    Nice video!

  • @doubledown187
    @doubledown187 2 роки тому

    lol, the looks on the dogs' faces are priceless. :)

  • @Jsuttar
    @Jsuttar 2 роки тому

    Also very useful for putting a outlet in counter tops if you aren’t always going to use it such as in a van or rv

  • @ColeSpolaric
    @ColeSpolaric 2 роки тому

    The way the dog walked by looking at you in the beginning... 🤣🤣🤣🤣 And then the cat when you flipped the rug back was seriously perturbed!

  • @BBQPitmaster626
    @BBQPitmaster626 7 місяців тому

    Amazing

  • @Songwriterbehindthecurtain
    @Songwriterbehindthecurtain 2 роки тому +1

    Cute 🥰 claw clip April.