Chrome Sockets and Switches

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between polished chrome and satin chrome?

Polished chrome has a bright, reflective, mirror-like finish — the classic chrome look most associated with contemporary kitchens and bathrooms. Satin chrome is softer and less reflective, with a subtle brushed quality that sits between polished chrome and brushed steel in terms of sheen. Polished chrome makes more of a statement; satin chrome is easier to live with in rooms with a lot of natural light, where a highly reflective finish can become distracting.

What plate styles are available in chrome?

Polished chrome is available in Contour, Victorian, Georgian, Spectrum, and Deco plate styles. Satin chrome is available in Contour, Deco, and Flat plate styles.

What is the difference between chrome and brushed steel?

Chrome and brushed steel are both silver-toned finishes but they are distinct in character. Polished chrome is bright and reflective; brushed steel is cool and matte with a directional grain. Satin chrome sits between the two — less shiny than polished chrome but warmer and slightly more reflective than brushed steel. If your appliances and hardware are stainless steel, brushed steel will match most closely. If you want a brighter, more classic finish, polished chrome is the better choice.

What is the difference between chrome and nickel?

Both are silver-toned finishes, but nickel has a fractionally warmer, softer tone than chrome. Polished chrome is cooler and brighter; polished nickel reads as slightly more traditional. If you are specifying a contemporary space, chrome tends to be the cleaner fit. For a slightly softer, more classic silver, nickel is worth considering.

Are chrome sockets and switches Made in Britain?

Yes. All chrome ranges are Made in Britain and carry a 10-year warranty.

Where it works

Polished chrome

Polished chrome is the natural choice for contemporary kitchens and modernised interiors where a bright, clean finish is the aim. It works best in rooms with a cool, neutral palette — white, grey, and light stone tones — where the reflective quality of the finish adds life without competing with warmer elements. Polished chrome is particularly effective in kitchens with stainless steel appliances and gloss cabinetry, and in bathrooms and shower rooms where a bright finish complements clean, modern fittings.

Satin chrome

Satin chrome is a softer alternative to polished chrome, better suited to rooms with strong natural light where a highly reflective finish might become distracting. It works well in living rooms, bedrooms, and open-plan spaces where chrome is the right finish direction but the brightness of polished chrome feels too strong. Satin chrome also bridges the gap between polished chrome and brushed steel, making it a useful choice where appliances or hardware in the room include both finishes.