In most Indian kitchens, space is limited, sockets are few, and appliances are many. Obviously, it is tempting to use an extension cord when your sandwich maker, microwave, or air fryer needs a power ...

Heavy-duty appliances overload cords, leading to dangerous overheating and fire risks. Appliances over 1,800 watts need a dedicated wall outlet for safety. Daisy-chaining extension cords is a major ...

Extension cords provide power to devices when their own cable is too short to reach an outlet. This makes it easier to use gadgets across the room or tap into an outdoor receptacle. However, extension ...

Extension cords are generally a safe solution for running power to electronics that are too far from the nearest wall outlet. But the operative word here is "electronics," which is not as ...

Regarding the recent hint suggesting we plug in extension cords behind heavy pieces of furniture for future use. This can be ...

Dear Readers: Black extension cords on white appliances-what are manufacturers thinking? A while back, a reader questioned why manufacturers insist on placing black cords on their appliances. What do ...

The two plug sockets in a wall outlet are never enough. Given all the household appliances on our radar, we often turn to extension cords to meet our many electricity needs. However, while you can ...

Winter is the season when our home’s electricity usage quietly shoots up. Room heaters, geysers, air purifiers, kettles, coffee makers, and ovens are all working overtime to keep us warm and ...