"JSz" wrote in message

1. Get a solid wire set (with ground) with enough capacity for the
items that will be plugged in (12 or 10 gauge -- bigger is better)


10 gauge is very difficult to work with for a normal 15A (#14 wire) or 20A
(#12 wire) outlet. Stick with normal sizes.


2. Either connect (gang) the new wire to the existing outlet OR remove
the old outlet completely and connect the new wiring to the old using
screw-on wire connectors. Note that the house is very old, and the
existing wiring has a black fabric casing.

Probably best to connect to the existing outlet. If you do remove it, do
not bury it in the wall. It must be accessable for code. You never know
when you need another outlet anyway.