Installing Surface-Mounted Wiring
Generally, this type of wiring is often known as wire mold, although technically Wiremold is a proprietary brand from the Legrand company. Wiremold comes in either a plastic or metal form and varies in depth and thickness, depending on the installation. Surface-mounted parts and raceway come in metal and plastic. At home centers, you can buy kits including lengths of straight raceways and fittings, or individual lengths of raceway and fittings, as needed. Manufacturer’s instructions for installation are generally very easy to follow. Metal is more durable than the plastic, but plastic is easier to cut and work with. Both types are paintable. So if you’re in a pinch and need to extend a circuit to add a light fixture, switch, or outlet and don’t want to tear into the walls, surface-mounted wiring may be for you.
