Leviton 80401-W Decora/GFCI Wallplate, White
A plain, solid Decora plate that looks good but punishes overtightened screws.
The short version
- Anyone replacing or finishing a single Decora switch, outlet or GFCI in a living space
- People who prefer a matte, rigid plate over a glossy flexible one
- The device is not square in the box or the wall is uneven
- The plate is going somewhere it will get bumped, such as a garage or workshop
- You need a plate for a round duplex outlet or a toggle switch
What owners like
- Rigid plate sits flat and does not look wavy on the wall
- Matte finish looks more finished than glossy nylon plates
- Low cost and stocked by most electrical suppliers
Common complaints
- Brittle enough to crack if the screws are overtightened
- Can break when the outlet or switch is not square to the wall
- Less forgiving than nylon plates on uneven walls or in garages where it may get knocked
Based on The Leviton product page, two electrical supplier listings, a Garage Journal forum thread comparing thermoset and nylon plates, and a wall plate material guide from Homelectrical..
Research scores
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What it does
A standard size, single gang white wall plate made of rigid thermoset plastic for one Decora style switch, outlet or GFCI.
- Fits any single Decora style rocker switch, Decora outlet or GFCI receptacle
- Standard size plate that covers the edge of a typical wall cutout
- Thermoset plastic with a smooth, matte look rather than a glossy one
- Device mount, so it fastens to the switch or outlet with the screws in the plate opening
- Also sold in brown, black, gray, ivory and light almond
A sensible pick for anyone finishing a room with Decora rocker switches or GFCI outlets who wants a plain plate with a matte, solid feel. The trade-off is that thermoset is rigid, so it can crack if the screws are overtightened or the device sits crooked in the box, where a nylon plate would flex.
How it compares
Specs
- Model
- 80401-W
- Gangs
- 1
- Opening
- Decora/GFCI rectangular opening
- Size
- Standard
- Material
- Thermoset plastic
- Mount type
- Device mount
- Certification
- UL and CSA, per Leviton
- Warranty
- 2 year limited
- Made in
- United States
Worth knowing
- Turn off power at the breaker before removing or installing a wall plate.
Questions
Does the Leviton 80401-W fit a GFCI outlet?
Yes. The rectangular Decora opening fits GFCI receptacles as well as Decora switches and outlets.
What is the difference between thermoset and nylon wall plates?
Thermoset is rigid with a matte look but can crack if overtightened. Nylon flexes and resists breaking but tends to look glossier.
Do screws come with it?
None of the pages read listed the included hardware, so check the package.
Is there a warranty?
Leviton lists a 2 year limited warranty.
Sources
- Leviton: 1-Gang Decora/GFCI Device Wallplate 80401-W
- Platt Electric Supply: Leviton 80401-W Decora Wallplate
- EMI Supply: Leviton 80401-W Decora Wallplate
- Garage Journal: Wall plate choice? Thermoset vs. Thermoplastic
- Homelectrical: What Wall Plate Material Should I Get?
Researched 2026-10-02. We bought this product; our page is built from the maker's details and what owners report across reviews and forums. We never copy Amazon customer reviews.