While GFCI outlets are commonly used in homes for safety reasons, there are some things you should still never plug into them ...

If your outlet has red and black buttons, it's likely in the kitchen, bathroom, or garage, and those buttons serve an essential safety function.

Outdoor electrical outlets or receptacles in your bathrooms or kitchen should be GFCI (ground fault circuit interrupter) protected. This type of circuit will prevent accidental death from electrical ...