2 Gang Double Blank Plate in Matte Brass Flat Plate from Forbes and Lomax

This is the Forbes and Lomax DBP/MBS 2 Gang Double Blank Plate in Matte Brass Flat Plate available at SparksDirect.co.uk for the best price. The Forbes and Lomax DBP/MBS is an architectural 2-gang blanking plate engineered to neatly cover double-sized unused, decommissioned, or spare flush backboxes. Built on Forbes & Lomax’s signature low-profile flat plate architecture, this double-gang accessory replaces unsightly plastic blanking covers or open double wall cutouts with a flush, high-end metallic finish that preserves visual continuity across electrical installations.

Exhibiting soft, muted golden undertones, the Matte Brass finish brings subtle warmth, architectural elegance, and period refinement to living rooms, hallway corridors, kitchens, utility spaces, and commercial interiors. Unlike unlacquered "living" brass, the faceplate features a factory-applied baked clear lacquer coating. This protective seal guards the metal surface against daily wear, oxidation, tarnishing, and fingerprint smudges, ensuring the plate retains its pristine appearance over time without requiring regular hand polishing.

Designed for seamless integration into luxury interiors, the DBP/MBS fits standard UK double flush wall boxes (146mm x 86mm). Whether used to conceal junction boxes, safely cover redundant wiring points, or reserve space for future smart controls, AV hubs, or additional sockets, this blank plate delivers the ideal balance of structural wall protection, decorative polish, and coordination with matching Matte Brass switches and sockets throughout the building.

Features & Benefits

• Seamless Double Wall Cover: Safely and neatly covers double-gang wall boxes, decommissioned sockets, or internal junction points without leaving rough wall openings.
• Ultra-Slim Flat Plate Profile: Features Forbes & Lomax’s signature low-profile flat plate design for a flush, architectural finish against decorated walls.
• Refined Matte Brass Finish: Soft golden hues bring subtle warmth and luxury to both contemporary and period-inspired interiors.
• Baked Clear Lacquer Protection: Factory-applied protective seal prevents tarnishing, oxidation, and fingerprint marks for low-maintenance upkeep.
• Solid Brass Construction: Crafted from high-grade brass for exceptional structural stiffness, weight, and long-term durability.
• Coordinated Interior Design: Ensures redundant double electrical points do not disrupt the architectural layout or aesthetic harmony of the room.

Technical Specifications

• Manufacturer: Forbes & Lomax
• Product Code / Model: DBP/MBS
• Accessory Type: 2 Gang Double Blank Plate
• Plate Finish: Matte Brass (Lacquered)
• Plate Style: Flat Plate / Concealed Sub-Frame Mounting
• Number of Gangs: 2 Gang (Double Size Footprint)
• Function: Non-electrical wall cover plate (Unused double box blanking / Junction box cover)
• Standard Compliance: BS 5733
• Plate Dimensions: Standard Double Gang Footprint (146mm x 86mm)
• IP Rating: IP2XD
• Operating Temperature: -5°C to +40°C
• Maximum Installation Altitude: 2000 metres
• Backbox Depth Required: Minimum 16mm–25mm deep flush wall box recommended (depending on internal wiring or terminal block clearance behind the plate)

Three Reasons Customers Recommend This

1. Flawless Aesthetic Continuity: Eliminates cheap plastic double blanking plates, maintaining a uniform luxury brass aesthetic across every wall point.
2. Maintenance-Free Lacquered Finish: The protective clear lacquer prevents oxidation and thumbprints, removing the need for regular hand polishing.
3. Versatile Safety Cover: Safely seals active or spare double wiring boxes while keeping them accessible for future electrical updates.

Who Can Install This?

In the UK, electrical installation work involving wall boxes containing active circuits or safely insulated wiring terminals must comply with BS 7671 (IET Wiring Regulations) and Part P of the Building Regulations. While mounting a simple non-electrical faceplate is straightforward, if active wires or junction connections are present within the double backbox, installation should be carried out or verified by a qualified, registered electrician to ensure proper earthing continuity and insulation safety.

Who Is This For?

• Interior Designers & Architects: Specifying cohesive wall hardware where unused or spare double backboxes exist, ensuring no plastic blanking plates undermine high-end interior finishes.
• Electricians & Contractors: Requiring premium, BS 5733-compliant double blank plates that mount flush onto standard UK double backboxes.
• Homeowners & Renovators: Looking to cover decommissioned double wall sockets or reserve space for future lighting or power controls with luxury brass hardware.

About the Forbes & Lomax Matte Brass Range

The Matte Brass collection by Forbes & Lomax offers a subtle, warm alternative to high-shine polished brass hardware. Featuring soft golden tones, each faceplate and control component undergoes a specialized lacquering process with a durable baked clear finish. This protective coating guards against daily wear, oxidation, and fingerprint staining, removing the need for polishing.

The full Forbes & Lomax Matte Brass range includes matching accessories such as:

• 1-Way, 2-Way, Intermediate, and Double Pole Dolly Switches
• Standard, Architrave, and Screwless Flat Plates across 1-Gang to Multi-Gang layouts
• Rotary Dimmers & Push Button Dimmer Switches
• Modern Rocker Switches (available with Black or White trims across 1-Gang to 4-Gang layouts)
• 13A Power Outlets & Integrated USB Charger Sockets
• 2A & 5A Unswitched / Switched Round-Pin Sockets
• Telecom, Data, Audio/Visual Outlets & Combination Grid Packs

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this double blank plate require earthing?

Yes. As a conductive metal faceplate mounted onto a wall box, it must be properly bonded to the circuit earth terminal in accordance with BS 7671 regulations if any wiring passes through or resides within the box.

Can this plate be used to cover an existing double socket backbox during room reconfigurations?

Yes. It fits standard UK double flush backboxes (146mm x 86mm), making it ideal for covering old double socket locations where cables are safely terminated inside.

Is a single gang version available?

Yes, Forbes & Lomax manufactures single blank plates (SBP/MBS) to cover standard single-gang backboxes.

What Else Do You Need With This?

• Flush Metal Backbox: A standard UK double-gang flush metal backbox (146mm x 86mm footprint; 16mm, 25mm, or 35mm depth depending on internal wire clearance).
• Wire Connector Blocks / Insulating Caps: Suitable terminal connectors (e.g., WAGO or strip connectors) if safely terminating redundant conductors behind the plate.
• Matching Switches & Sockets: Complementary Forbes & Lomax Matte Brass light switches, dimmers, or 13A double power sockets to maintain hardware continuity across the property.

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