Things You Should Never Plug Into A Power Strip

We use them behind televisions, underneath desks, beside beds, and throughout kitchens to turn one electrical outlet into several.

They’re incredibly convenient — but convenience can create a dangerous misconception:Source Parts

Having six available sockets doesn’t necessarily mean you can safely power six appliances at the same time.

Every power strip has electrical limits. Connecting appliances that draw large amounts of power can overload the strip, causing excessive heat, melted components, damaged wiring, or potentially a fire.

The U.S. Fire Administration advises consumers not to overload power strips and