Furniture Power Outlets And USB Ports: A Buyer's Guide

How to choose an outlet or USB port for a power recliner, sofa or sectional.

Outlets and USB ports built into furniture make it easy to charge devices from your seat. When one breaks or you want to add one, a few checks will help you buy the right part.

Replacing a broken one

Note the model number and take a photo of the old unit from the front and back. Measure the cutout, and photograph how it connects. Unplug the furniture first.

What to compare

• The size and shape of the cutout.
• Which ports it has, such as USB or a standard outlet.
• How it gets power and which plug it uses.

USB on a hand control

Some hand controls have a USB port built in. If that port has failed, you may need a new hand control rather than an outlet.

Stay safe

Do not overload a furniture outlet, and stop using any outlet that is damaged, loose or hot. Never work on wiring that is connected to wall power.

See our power outlets range for current options.