In today's interior design, we increasingly encounter metal elements that not only provide spaces with an elegant appearance and a touch of luxury but also functionality and a certain immortality – we consider metal to be practically indestructible. It is no surprise that even control elements – switches, sockets, dimmers, and other necessary aides for managing energy in the home – do not want to be left behind and are donning metallic "coats".
Renowned manufacturers of home switches, including the German-French company Hager, have long been dissatisfied with just plastic or so-called metallic imitations and are incorporating frames made from interesting materials into their portfolios. Among the more exclusive materials for switches and sockets, we can count metals – for example, stainless steel and anodized aluminum in Berker switches.
Stainless steel or silver aluminum frames can be found standardly in the "square" series such as Berker R.1, R.3, or B.7. Rectangular switches from the K.5 series or round switches from Berker R.classic bring even more of a metal feel to the interior, as the stainless steel or aluminum used on their robust bodies suddenly gives more space. The Berker B.3 series offers an interesting color range of metallic frame materials. You can find frames made of anodized aluminum not just in silver but also in gold, brown, anthracite, or even striking red.
For cases where an architect needs to include a switch made from a certain less traditional metallic material, in a specific color, or with an unorthodox surface finish in their interior, there is the Hager Manufaktura custom production program, specializing in the development and production of purely individual switches, sockets, and other electrical installation devices. Upon request, you can have switches in any color, with patina, with various distressed or scratched finishes, and made from a wide variety of metallic materials – for example, brass or even pure gold in all shades. It simply depends on the taste of each customer.
Whether you have a custom switch developed or choose one of the variants from the standard offer, in today's interiors, metal switches and sockets play not only the role of functional elements but also serve as stylish accessories that contribute to the overall aesthetic impression. Choosing high-quality metal switches and sockets is a step towards creating a sophisticated and timeless interior that meets both aesthetic and practical needs of modern living.