Deco+ by Click Litehouse: Antique Brass & Satin Chrome Wiring Accessories for Trade
Why Deco+ Is Worth a Closer Look
Decorative wiring accessories have come a long way from chrome-effect plastic. Click Deco+ from Click Litehouse sits in a genuinely useful middle ground — metal finishes, modular flexibility, and a 20-year warranty that’s not just marketing copy. We stock it in antique brass and satin chrome with black inserts, covering sockets, switches, FCUs, media modules, and plates. Here’s what you actually need to know about specifying and installing it.
The Standards You’re Working To
On the Irish side, you’re working under ET101 (National Rules for Electrical Installations, published by the ETCI), which incorporates the EU Low Voltage Directive (2014/35/EU) and the EMC Directive (2014/30/EU). The relevant harmonised standards are EN 60669-1 for switches and EN 60670-1 for enclosures and boxes. Section 5.4 of ET101 covers socket-outlet requirements including IP ratings and fault protection — worth having to hand if you’re specifying sockets in wet or semi-wet locations.
In the UK, it’s BS 7671:2018+A2:2022 (the IET Wiring Regulations, Amendment 2). Switches fall under BS EN 60669-1, and 13A sockets comply with BS 1363. Amendment 2, which came into force in 2023, tightens the requirements around RCD protection for socket outlets under Regulation 411.3.3, and introduces AFCI provisions for higher-risk areas under Section 421.7. Neither of these changes directly affects the Deco+ plates themselves, but they absolutely affect how you install them.
One thing to flag for Irish contractors: since Brexit, CE marking no longer cuts it in Great Britain. Products for the UK market now require UKCA marking. If you’re buying for a cross-border job, that’s worth confirming with your supplier before you order.
Keep an eye on ET101 updates in Ireland and BS 7671 Amendment 3, which is expected post-2026. Nothing imminent that changes how Deco+ gets installed, but standards evolve.
Technical Detail: MiniGrid® Modularity and What It Means in Practice
The core of Deco+ is the MiniGrid® system — a modular format where individual function modules snap or screw into unfurnished plates. This is what makes Deco+ genuinely useful on a job rather than just good-looking. You can configure a single plate to carry a 13A socket, an RJ11 outlet, and a switch, all within one tidy faceplate. That flexibility is a real time-saver when you’re fitting out a home office or a period property with awkward chase runs.
Plates are available from 1-gang up to 6-gang configurations. Backbox depth matters here — you need a minimum of 16mm for the modules to sit correctly. Don’t underestimate how often that trips people up on a retrofit job where the original backbox was a shallow pressed steel. Check depth before you pull cable.
The MiniGrid® modules themselves use simple screw-fixing into the plate. Post-install, give each one a firm test — they can work loose over time if the fixing screws aren’t torqued properly, and a loose module in a decorative plate looks terrible and creates a fault risk.
Ratings and Spec Summary
| Module Type | Rating / Standard |
|---|---|
| 13A socket outlets | BS 1363, with or without USB Type A/C |
| Switches | 16A, EN/BS 60669-1 |
| Trailing edge dimmers | 3, 4, or 6 gang configurations |
| FCUs | Isolated and non-isolated, fused |
| Media modules | RJ11 (Irish/US), TV/satellite, telephone |
| IP-rated options | Available for wet zones |
USB-integrated sockets are available with Type A and Type C ports. Worth noting: any USB socket installation requires 30mA RCD protection. That’s not negotiable under current regs on either side of the Irish Sea.
For FCUs, use non-isolated units where you need a visible switch for cooker controls. Isolated FCUs where a positive lockout is required. Standard stuff, but the Deco+ range covers both.
What’s in the Range We Stock
We carry Deco+ in two finishes: antique brass with black inserts and satin chrome with black inserts. The black inserts are what give the range its contrast — they’re not an afterthought, they’re central to how the aesthetic works. Both finishes suit period and contemporary interiors without looking like a compromise either way.
The product lineup we stock covers the main bases:
- Power sockets — 13A single and double, with and without USB, key-lockable options, neon indicators available
- Switches — plate, ingot, and toggle styles; with and without neon, with and without flex outlet
- FCUs — fused connection units, isolated and non-isolated
- Media modules — RJ11 (Irish/US format), TV/satellite, telephone
- Dimmer plates — trailing edge, 3 to 6 gang
- Blank plates and gaskets
- Shaver, sink, and bath switches
The MiniGrid® system is compatible across the Click Deco and Deco+ ranges, so if a client already has some Click Deco fitted, you can mix modules without issue. That’s genuinely handy on a partial refurb.
In the broader market, BG Nexus does flat plate alternatives, Hamilton covers lit metal ranges, and Knightsbridge offers budget Deco-style options. Deco+ stands out for the combination of genuine modularity, the 20-year warranty, and the finish quality at the price point. It’s not a budget range, but it’s not priced out of a standard domestic spec either.
Common Mistakes Worth Knowing About
Getting the finish code wrong is probably the most common order error. The black inserts are specific to the antique brass and satin chrome Deco+ variants — if you’re reordering to match existing plates, double-check the product code. A mismatched insert colour on a decorative range is going to get noticed by the client.
Shallow backboxes are the second one. Already mentioned it, but it’s worth repeating as a checklist item: 16mm minimum depth. On older properties especially, check before you’re on site.
Skipping RCD protection on new sockets is the one with real consequences. ET101 Section 5.4.2 in Ireland and Regulation 411.3.3 in the UK both require RCD protection for socket outlets in most circumstances. Deco+ plates are compliant with the product standards — but the installation still has to meet the wiring regs. The plate won’t save you if the circuit isn’t protected.
Non-gasketed plates in bathrooms — IP-rated options exist in the range for a reason. Use them in wet zones. A standard Deco+ plate without a gasket is not appropriate in a bathroom location under zone requirements.
Mixing Irish round pin with UK 13A modules without checking is a less common mistake but it happens, particularly on border jobs or imports. Verify the module type before you snap it in.
Ireland vs UK: What Actually Differs
The wiring is the same. The regulations are similar in most practical respects. But there are a few real differences worth calling out.
Socket types and media modules diverge between the two markets. Ireland still has a legacy of round pin sockets in older installations, and RJ11 media modules in Ireland use the Irish/US format rather than the UK master/secondary outlet configuration. If you’re stocking for both markets, you’ll need to carry dual inventory on those specific modules.
CE vs UKCA marking is the other live difference. CE marking is required for the Irish market (EU compliance). UKCA is required for Great Britain post-Brexit. Check the product marking if you’re supplying across both markets — it’s an admin issue more than a technical one, but it’s the kind of thing that can cause headaches on a commercial job.
The 20-year warranty applies across both markets. The installation standards differ in detail but not dramatically for wiring accessories at this level.
Wrapping Up
Deco+ is a solid range for any contractor who wants a decorative wiring accessory that actually performs to spec over the long term. The MiniGrid® system is the real practical advantage — it lets you build bespoke plate configurations without sourcing from multiple suppliers. The antique brass and satin chrome finishes with black inserts are consistently in demand on refurb and new-build residential work where the client wants something better than white plastic.
Get the backbox depth right, confirm your RCD provisions before installation, check the finish codes on reorders, and use the IP-rated options where zones require it. That covers most of what goes wrong.
We stock both the antique brass and satin chrome variants across sockets, switches, FCUs, media modules, and plates at electricalwholesaler.uk. If you’re not sure which modules you need for a specific configuration, give us a shout — it’s easier to spec it right before the order than to sort a mismatch on site.