Discover which items should never be plugged into a power strip, along with other hazardous mistakes people frequently make.

Not everything should be plugged into a power strip. Here are 10 devices that can fry your power strip and device.

An experienced electrician explains which household items should never be plugged into power strips due to fire and ...

Don't overload power strips; always use wall outlets for high-wattage items. Unplug or turn off power strips when not in use. Buy high-quality power strips with surge protection. Most household ...

When a power strip feels warm under your hand, it is not just a quirk of modern electronics, it is a signal about how hard ...

Avoiding plugging in large appliances like fridges, freezers, dishwashers, and disposals. Important appliances, like sump pumps, heaters, and air conditioners, should have a dedicated outlet.

Faithful readers will recall I’ve written on this subject in the past. Today, with proof that “teaching teaches the teacher,” we expand on things we should never plug into a power strip. Whether you ...

Power strips are incredibly convenient. They let us plug in multiple devices at once and often save us from electrical headaches. But according to experts, using them the wrong way can turn them into ...

I have a small dorm fridge, but the place where I want/need/can only put it requires me to plug it into a generic power strip.<BR><BR>The "Compact Refrigerator" is rated: 120V, 60Hz (AC), 15 ...