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May 19, 2023
Kitchen of the Week: Beautiful quartz too good to ignore, so plan changed
As they say, the best-laid plans... The owners of this new house in Pukekohe East had decided on an industrial-style kitchen with black and white cabinetry just like many new builds we see lately. But they flagged that idea the minute they spotted...
February 13, 2023
The 27 best mudroom storage ideas, according to experts
Sure, walk-in closets and sprawling kitchen islands are luxe design details, but if you were to poll parents ’round the world, the most lust-worthy space in a home would surely be a mudroom. Why? Because so few homes have...
January 9, 2023
Creative ideas to have a great work-from-home space
If you need a home office for your work-from-home gig or latest side hustle, know that there are always hidden opportunities to create a well-functioning office space...
November 27, 2022
The Best Drawer Organization Hack - Mrs. Jessica Darling Feature
Our latest window seat project has been in the making for a LOOONG time. While a few small details have changed throughout the building process, our drawer plans have always stayed the same. I knew I wanted the drawers to have the intricate details on the outside, but more importantly I wanted...
September 13, 2022
20 High-End Kitchen Details that Would Look Great in Your Home
According to a study by the University of California, the average middle-class family spends nearly 70% of their time in either the kitchen or family room. After years of use, when it comes time to sell...
May 2022
Getting Organized: Industry Professionals Provide Valuable Feedback on Today's Storage Needs - KBB Feature
A survey of KBB readers votes in-cabinet outlets/USB ports as one of the most important kitchen storage considerations.
March 3, 2022
Martha Stewart - How to Maximize the Storage Potential of Every Drawer in Your Home
Transform these small spaces into major organization hubs.
February 10, 2022
KBBreview - UK Press Release for Docking Drawer Trio outlets
US-based brand Docking Drawer is bringing its latest product to the UK market.
December 4, 2021
New To Lou Too – Docking Drawer
Lou Manfredini of “HouseSmarts Radio” shares with Chicago's WGN Radio 720 AM audience why Docking Drawer in-drawer outlets are the perfect home improvement project.
November / December 2021
Cabinetry for the ‘Win’ - Kitchen & Bath Design News Feature
Many of this year’s most-asked-about products showcased within the pages of KBDN and on its website emphasize the importance of cabinetry and its accessories..
October 25, 2021
Docking Drawer to launch new in-drawer sockets to UK market
US-based brand Docking Drawer has announced the launch of its latest product innovation, which is set to be available for the UK market in early 2022...
October 2021
Storage & Sparkle - Kitchen & Bath Design News Feature
Creating a truly sustainable, timeless space means creating a space that will not only look good, but function for clients years to come. In the kitchen in particular – but also, it can be argued...
April/May 2021
Kitchens of the Future - Reno + Decor Feature
From smart appliances to robots that pour wine, designer Jane Lockhart breaks down what the future of kitchen renovation looks like.
April 30, 2021
Installing In-Drawer Outlets Is Now Easier Than Ever - ProBuilder Feature
Docking Drawer – known for creating safe, leading-edge in drawer outlet solutions – has a new 15-amp in-drawer outlet.
March 29, 2021
Take a Walk Through ProBuilder’s “Thoughtful Home”
Take a 3D virtual tour through the 2021 ProBuilder Show Village home that was intentionally designed to allow for comfortable, convenient and stress free living...
January 15, 2021
How Did We Get Here? The Evolution of Docking Drawer
2021 marks our 7th year as the market leader of in-drawer outlets. Take a walk down memory lane with us to learn how we started, and how we quickly gained and continue to maintain our market leading position.
January 4, 2021
We've done it again...
We’ve taken a great idea and made it even better! Meet the NEW Docking Drawer Blade Series outlets, the first line of fully unified in-drawer outlets that can be easily installed into any drawer type to charge and power any device.
January 4, 2021
Press Release - New Docking Drawer Blade Series Outlets
Docking Drawer announces the release of their newest innovation, a fully unified in-drawer outlet solution.
April 6, 2020
In-Drawer Outlets for Any Drawer and Every Home - ProBuilder Feature
Docking Drawer is committed to creating innovative electrical products with the highest levels of safety in mind. Patented, easy-to-specify in-drawer charging and powering outlets keep your technology powered while organized and out of sight, providing an innovative and functional power source with a clutter-free aesthetic.
December 31, 2019
A Docking Drawer Will Keep Your Counters Cord-Free in 2020
Phones, tablets, cameras, computers. Wonderful to receive as holiday gifts, extremely annoying to see scattered across an otherwise-clean kitchen counter while they charge. Enter: the Docking Drawer.
2018
How to Conquer Electronic Clutter With In-Drawer Docking Stations - Houzz Feature
Organize your devices and tame tangled cords using these expert tips from Docking Drawer
January 22, 2018
Clutter-Free, Organized Spaces with In-Drawer Electrical Outlets from Docking Drawer - Remodelista Feature
At Remodelista, we’re all about clean, efficient, organized solutions. So is Docking Drawer founder Scott Dickey and his family. Years ago, Scott’s wife had grown tired of their house being constantly cluttered with technology such as phones, tablets, laptops, and all of the cables that go along with them.
October 4, 2023
It’s Never Too Late to Install a Docking Drawer
No matter how complex your project is—or what stage it is in—it is never too late to install a Docking Drawer in-drawer outlet!
October 3, 2023
Renovating a 100-Year-Old Bathroom with Docking Drawer
Discover how Patti and her project manager upgraded this century-old bathroom's in-drawer outlet to meet safety standards without sacrificing convenience.
September 19, 2023
Dos & Don’ts for How to Install an Outlet in a Drawer
This customer’s story offers insight into key safety factors to consider when researching how to install an outlet in a drawer.
July 31, 2023
But is it really that easy to install?
We’re always preaching about the ease of installation of our in-drawer outlets, so we decided to put it to the test. Watch two Docking Drawer team members install 2 Docking Drawer Blade outlets for the first time. Was it as easy as we say it is?
May 8, 2023
Docking Drawer is A Game Changer in Regards to Accessibility
A tragic accident left this Veteran paralyzed from the chest down. While seeking solutions for new challenges in life as a quadriplegic, he came across Docking Drawer. Learn how our products made this customer...
April 4, 2022
Dave’s Ikea Cabinet Charging Drawer
Why this homeowner, Dave, was seeking out a solution for an in-drawer charging station in his Ikea cabinets, and what he thinks about the installation process and overall functionality of his new Docking Drawer Blade Duo outlet.
April 4, 2022
Henry’s Mahogany Sideboard, Docking Drawer Furniture Installation
"I can't say enough about Docking Drawer. It was really easy to install, it works really well. Totally worth it." Hear Henry share details about his experience installing an in-drawer outlet into a custom-built sideboard furniture drawer.
April 4, 2022
Matt Moore Designs on Docking Drawer
“The feedback we've received from our clients on Docking Drawers has been absolutely amazing… and from an installer's point of view, we actually love putting them in.”
February 18, 2022
A Fashionable & Functional Kitchen Remodel
Watch this kitchen remodel from start to finish to see how new paint, countertops and hardware – plus the addition of functional features like drawer dividers, pull-out trash cabinets and Docking Drawer outlets – was all it took to completely transform the look, feel and function of this Cleveland-area kitchen.
February 18, 2022
Inside the Design of an Insta-Famous Home
Follow along for a glimpse into the years-long renovation that brought together award-winning professionals and resulted in one seriously inspirational, functional and all-around top-notch design.
January 3, 2022
There’s no place like bed.
How California Closets used Docking Drawer outlets to add functionality back to this multifunctional bedroom build-in.
December 9, 2021
A Nook That’s Worth a Look
See how one designer transformed an entryway space into a beautiful bench nook that’s full of personality and powered by practicality.
September 13, 2021
Solving the Struggle: Awkward Bathroom Outlets
How Docking Drawer was used by one customer to combat the all-too-common complaint of having too few or awkwardly placed bathroom outlets.
March 1, 2021
Life gets chaotic. Your countertops don't have to be.
Combat countertop chaos by creating hidden drawer charging stations for every member of the family to keep devices charged up, within reach and out of sight.
June 18, 2021
A Mistake Gone Viral
How one TikTok influencer was introduced to Docking Drawer in response to her post of a risky, homemade outlet solution.
March 1, 2021
An Interview with Heartwood Cabinet Makers
“Almost every project of ours includes a powering drawer.” Hear why long time customer Chris Goddard of Heartwood Cabinet Makers includes Docking Drawer in nearly every customer project.
July 15, 2020
Old Meets New: Wood By Wright Custom Drawer Project
Wood By Wright installed one of our in-drawer charging outlets into custom desk drawers using an early 1900s craftsmanship style, without the use of a single power tool.
November 14, 2019
Docking Drawer Outlets Save The Day
Electrician made in-drawer outlets are not Docking Drawer in-drawer outlets. That’s what Leslie M. discovered.
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- 2021 - Docking Drawer launches unified 15 amp Blade Series outlet offering. Learn more
- 2018 - Launched Docking Drawer Trio outlets for the international market
- 2017 - Launched 3 amp Blade Series outlet offering
- 2015 - Domestic and international patents issued
- 2015 - Docking Drawer outlets are ETL Certified satisfying the requirements of the Canadian Electrical Code (CEC) for AC outlets in enclosed spaces.
- 2014 - Launched 3 amp Slim Series outlet offering
- 2014 - 3 amp E-chain Docking Drawer 18 is launched at KBIS (Kitchen & Bath Industry Show)
- 2014 - Achieved first ETL Listing
- 2013 - Docking Drawer is invented by founder, Scott Dickey. Learn more
- Best In-Drawer Electrical Outlet Solutions 2023 - BUILD Magazine (UK) 2023 Design & Build Awards
- Best of KBIS Finalist - 2020, 2019
- Best of Houzz - Client Satisfaction: 2020, 2019, 2015
- Architizer A+ Award - Popular Choice Winner - Best Kitchen Fittings: 2016
- NKBA Member
- Repair Association Member - Right to Repair
Docking Drawer has appeared on the following television programs:
Rock the Block - HGTV
The Marilyn Denis Show - CTV (Canada)
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New Product Benefits VS:
- 1 outlet can now both charge and power every type of device.
- Designed in one size with common physical specifications, cable management arms, receptacle box specs and more for even simpler specification.
- Available in 3 finishes (black, white and stainless steel), now equally priced.
- Prices now based on configurations, with new, lower prices on a number of previous equivalents.
- Project packs are now available for high volume projects.
- ETL Listed and approved for use in the US & Canada.
- Installation requires only basic power tools and 7 (included) screws to install.
- Outlets include an interlocking thermostat that de-energizes the outlet when the surrounding temperatures exceed 120 degrees.
- Running Change.
- Save up to $30 on previous product equivalents.
- Save up to $80 on previous product equivalents.
- 20% smaller in size than previous equivalent powering outlets allows for an easier specification.
- New corded connections eliminate the previous need to hardwire outlet connection, simplifying installations and lowering overall project costs by eliminating the need for an electrician.
- Lead with 15 amp outlets. 20 amps outlets are available if needed.
- Optional Safety Interlock Box can be added to de-energize the outlet when the drawer starts to close.
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