[dtgriscom]

In the US, at least, the standard is to have outlets every 4' (I think), and have the outlets alternate circuits. So, you plug into two adjacent outlets (not the same two in the same box, but adjacent boxes) and you'll be on different circuits.

[sidpatil]

> and have the outlets alternate circuits.

That's the first time I've heard of that. Is that for kitchens only, or for all rooms?

[fastaguy88]

I think it is for kitchens, and it is relatively new. My 25 year old refinished kitchen has the outlets, but not the separate circuits. No nespresso + toast.

[emteycz]

There is a lot of very old housing in EU.