Using recess k/o boxes for surface wiring

[jackhammerJIM]

What a laugh .

Not seen it bodged like that myself but have seen on numerous occasions surface boxes recessed into plaster

 

[MJPD29]

That sounds horrendous they are ugly things

 

[Risteard]

What a laugh .

Not seen it bodged like that myself but have seen on numerous occasions surface boxes recessed into plaster

Unfortunately I've seen it numerous times. I assume cluelessness is the cause, unless it's about saving money.

 

[DPG]

Any photos?

(of the back boxes before any smart comments )

Edit : the back boxes of the sockets. Can't be too careful on here

 

[Midwest]

Don’t think flush boxes mounted on the surface, would meet the appropriate IP rating, would it? Thinking of the way the faceplate fixing lug is formed.