The cover of the electrical distribution box is too big

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When the hole for a junction box is too large, use a metal cover plate designed to cover excess space. First, turn off power, then position the plate over the hole, securing it with screws into the junction box. It takes the incoming power and safely distributes it to different circuits throughout your building. The distribution box has the characteristics of small size, simple installation, special technical performance, fixed location, unique configuration function, not limited by the site, relatively common application, stable and reliable operation, high space utilization, less land occupation and. An oversized drywall cutout around an electrical box can ruin the appearance of an otherwise perfect taping job.

I don''t have 3 layers of walls, but the last guy made the hole too big

I don''t have 3 layers of walls, but the last guy made the hole too big. Any tricks for getting this old work box to fit? Share Add a Comment Sort by: Best Open comment sort options Best Top New

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