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Eaton Decorator Cutout Wallplate, White, Thermoset, Single-Gang
The Eaton Decorator Cutout Wallplate is a single-gang wallplate engineered for decorator and GFCI style devices, finished in White and molded from durable Thermoset material. Built to Standard wallplate size with a Product Width of 2.75 in, a Product Height of 4.5 in, and a Product Length/Depth of .08 in, it delivers a clean, code-compliant cover for decorator-style receptacles and switches in residential and commercial installations. The plate is cULus Listed and manufactured to NAFTA compliance standards, making it a dependable, ready-to-install cover plate for electricians, contractors, and facility maintenance teams who need consistent fit and finish across every jobsite. Its Decorator cutout profile pairs cleanly with decorator switches, decorator receptacles, and GFCI devices sharing the same footprint, simplifying stocking and specification for single-gang openings.
Key Features
- Decorator Cutout: Sized and shaped for decorator and GFCI style devices, providing a clean, snug fit around the device face without gaps.
- Durable Thermoset Construction: Molded from Thermoset material for impact resistance, color stability, and long-term durability in everyday commercial and residential use.
- Single-Gang Configuration: Designed for single-gang electrical boxes, covering one decorator or GFCI device per plate for straightforward installation.
- Standard Wallplate Size: Product dimensions of 2.75 in width by 4.5 in height by .08 in depth for a consistent, standard fit over single-gang boxes.
- White Finish: Clean White finish that blends with most wall colors, trim, and device finishes for a seamless look.
- Listed for Safety: cULus Listed, confirming the plate has been evaluated for safety and performance.
- NAFTA Compliant: Manufactured to meet NAFTA compliance requirements.
Certifications & Compliance
- cULus Listed
- NAFTA Compliant
Technical Specifications
- Warranty: Refer to warranty document.
- Number of gangs: 1
Typical Applications
- Residential and Commercial Wiring Device Covers
- Decorator and GFCI Outlet Installations
- Single-Gang Wall Box Applications
- New Construction and Remodel Electrical Projects
- Standard Cover Plate Replacement and Maintenance
- Office, Retail, and Multi-Family Electrical Finish-Out
Why Eaton?
Eaton builds its Decorator Cutout Wallplate from durable Thermoset material and backs it with cULus Listing and NAFTA compliance, giving electrical professionals a wallplate they can trust for consistent fit, finish, and long-term performance. Choosing Eaton means specifying a single-gang cover plate engineered for reliable, code-compliant results on every decorator or GFCI installation, from new construction through remodel and maintenance work.
Manufacturer Resources
Product Specs
- Product Width:
- 2.75 in
- Warranty:
- Refer to warranty document.
- Product Color:
- White
- Product Length/Depth:
- .08 in
- Cutout:
- Decorator
- Wallplate Size:
- Standard
- Compliances:
- NAFTA
- Product Height:
- 4.5 in
- Product Material:
- Thermoset
- Number Of Gangs:
- 1
- Certifications:
- cULus Listed
- Department:
- Electrical
- Configuration:
- Single Gang
- Listing:
- cULus
- Standards:
- NAFTA
- Product Group:
- Wiring Devices
- Product Type:
- Decorator Wallplate
- Product Subgroup:
- Wallplates
- Product Weight:
- 0.046 lb
- Product Length:
- 0.08 in
Eaton 2151W-BOX – Frequently Asked Questions
1) Will the Eaton 2151W wallplate fit a GFCI receptacle, or is it only for decorator switches?
It fits both. The 2151W has a decorator (rectangular) cutout, which is the same opening used by decorator switches, decorator receptacles, and GFCI devices. Any single-gang device with that decorator face footprint drops into it.
2) Will this Eaton decorator plate cover a standard single-gang box, or do I need an oversized plate?
It is a standard-size single-gang plate, 2.75 in wide by 4.5 in high and .08 in thick. That covers a normal single-gang box opening with typical clearance. If your drywall cut is ragged or oversized past those dimensions, you want a jumbo or oversized plate instead, not this one.
3) Will a decorator wallplate work over a standard toggle switch?
No. A decorator cutout is a large rectangular opening and a toggle switch will leave a visible gap around the lever. For toggle switches use a toggle-opening plate such as the Pass & Seymour TradeMaster TP1 nylon plate or the Pass & Seymour SPJ thermoset toggle plate. The Eaton 2151W only suits decorator and GFCI style device faces.
4) I need to cover two devices in one opening - is there a two-gang version of the Eaton decorator wallplate?
The Eaton 2151W-BOX is a single-gang plate covering one decorator or GFCI device. For a two-gang opening in white, the Mulberry 76432 (764 Series) and Mulberry 76532 (765 Series) are cold rolled steel two-gang combination wallplates, and the Pass & Seymour TP126 TradeMaster is a two-gang combination plate in nylon. Combination plates carry different openings on each gang, so confirm the device mix in the box before ordering.
5) What should I use instead of the Eaton 2151W-BOX if the device in the box is a toggle switch, not a decorator device?
The Eaton 2151W-BOX has a decorator cutout, so it will not cover a standard toggle switch. For a single-gang toggle opening, the Pass & Seymour TP1 TradeMaster nylon toggle switch wall plate is the plate to order; it comes in Light Almond as the TP1LA and Red as the TP1RED. The Pass & Seymour SPJ is also a toggle switch opening plate, molded in thermoset like the Eaton, in a junior-jumbo size for covering rough wall openings.
6) Will a Bryant P8 or NP26W single-gang plate substitute for the Eaton 2151W-BOX?
Not for a decorator device. The Eaton 2151W-BOX carries a decorator cutout sized for decorator switches, decorator receptacles and GFCI devices. The Bryant P8 Series single-gang plate is a duplex wallplate, cut for the two round openings of a duplex receptacle, so a decorator device face will not seat in it. The Bryant NP26W is an HWS Series single-gang plate and the Bryant PJ Series is an M-size plate for wiring devices. All are single gang, but match the cutout to the device face before substituting.
7) Is thermoset better than nylon or steel for a wallplate in a commercial building?
Thermoset is a rigid molded plastic that holds color and resists impact, which is why it is common in offices, retail, and multi-family finish-out. Nylon plates like the Pass & Seymour TradeMaster line flex more and are harder to crack during install. Where you need metal (mechanical rooms, shops, abuse-prone corridors), a steel plate such as the Mulberry 8640 Series 1-gang is the alternative. The Eaton 2151W is the thermoset option in white.
8) Will this white plate match the decorator devices already installed across my units?
If your existing devices are white decorator style, yes. The 2151W is white with a decorator cutout in standard size, so it lines up with white decorator receptacles, switches, and GFCIs already in the field. Standardizing on one plate across single-gang openings keeps your stockroom to a single SKU for turns and repairs.
9) My wall opening is chipped and the standard Eaton plate does not cover it - what oversized option is there?
The Eaton 2151W-BOX is a standard size plate at 2.75 in wide by 4.5 in high, which leaves little margin around a rough opening. For extra coverage, the Pass & Seymour SPJ is a junior-jumbo thermoset plate, and the Bryant PJ Series is an M-size plate for wiring devices; both run larger than standard. Note that the SPJ carries a toggle switch opening, so it is a fit only where the device is a toggle rather than a decorator style.
10) I need a colored plate to flag a specific circuit - what are my options besides the white Eaton decorator plate?
The Eaton 2151W-BOX is white, which is the usual choice for general finish-out. Where a plate needs to stand out, the Mulberry 41020 is a gas burner red single-gang toggle switch plate from the 4102 Series, and the Pass & Seymour TP1RED is a red single-gang nylon toggle plate. The Pass & Seymour TP1LA covers light almond. All three are toggle openings, so they suit a switch rather than a decorator or GFCI device.
11) What part number do I order for the white Eaton decorator plate, and does it come with screws?
Order Eaton 2151W-BOX. It is the white thermoset single-gang decorator plate. Mounting screws are supplied with the plate to match the white finish; no separate hardware order is needed.
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