Hmm... I would actually prefer doing that with mine to get rid of the jumble, but I was nervous about the difference in cords and having all those outlets on what equates to one outlet of the t-stat. That's why I went with the little 3-outlet boxes which allow up to 9 plugs.

However, if anyone uses the outlet strip on the Herpstat successfully please let me know. It would certainly clear things up wire wise.