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We just got done with a huge addition.
The electrician wanted his boxes in before the drywall was done so he refused to use retrofit (homeowner) boxes.
I wanted them to be easily replaceable so we comprimised.

He used standard "nail to stud" boxes but instead of using the nails, he pulled the nails off the boxes and used drywall screws from the inside of the box to attach them to the studs.

Now if I need to replace a box, all I have to do is take out the switch, unscrew the box from the stud and pull it out.

Just an idea.

Ty
 
Tymon said:
He used standard "nail to stud" boxes but instead of using the nails, he pulled the nails off the boxes and used drywall screws from the inside of the box to attach them to the studs.
Ty

I like your idea however, can you please find a picture of that box you are referring too?

Attached is a picture of what am planning to buy tomorrow. So I would like to know sooner so I can change it. Also today, I went to the house. The builder has installed cat5e and catv cable. The latter, I don't know if it's RG6 but it's thick. Model is 9116. Brand is Belden on both cables.

Please let me know guys! 2 more days, I'm so excited! ;)
 

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I'm sure there are ton of ways to do this. I'm not even sure if screwing from inside the box would meet code. Another reason to do it after the fact is because you can potentially line things up better. Once you put the box on the stud and drywallers cut the hole, you are done. If you wait until after you can center stuff, have it higher or lower or whatever after you know what you have...

More like this (but nevermind the thick walls).
 
V,
Same box.
Take the nails off. Dont use them.
Then screw drywall screws from the inside of the box to attach it to the stud.

Done!

Ty
 
Steve said:
I'm sure there are ton of ways to do this. I'm not even sure if screwing from inside the box would meet code. Another reason to do it after the fact is because you can potentially line things up better. Once you put the box on the stud and drywallers cut the hole, you are done. If you wait until after you can center stuff, have it higher or lower or whatever after you know what you have...

More like this (but nevermind the thick walls).
That's a really good tutorial. I have seen those kind of Carlon boxes at Menards.
 
I have use "smart box" all the time. It is a little bit more expensive but you can install or remove anytime and extremely easy. The only condition is it has to be attached to a stud where typical "old work" box sold at HomeDepot or Lowe's don't have to be.

Go to smartboxinc.com and check it out.
 
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