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Forum: Renovations & New Construction

12-13-10, 03:44 PM

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Proper use of sheathing tape on outlets

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Posted By strider3700

I'm not sure if it's necessarily a bad thing, You...

I'm not sure if it's necessarily a bad thing, You just wouldn't normally do it since taping to the outside is easier. I'm not sure what the code requirements on the taping are if you don't go with...

Forum: Renovations & New Construction

12-13-10, 12:19 PM

Replies: 14

Proper use of sheathing tape on outlets

Views: 12,613

Posted By strider3700

your box should stick 1/2" beyond the plastic so...

your box should stick 1/2" beyond the plastic so that it ends up flush when you add the drywall (adjust depth for different boarding materials) so just tape the poly to the outside of the box if...

Forum: Renovations & New Construction

12-12-10, 11:35 AM

Replies: 14

Proper use of sheathing tape on outlets

Views: 12,613

Posted By strider3700

I use those sticky foam covers like in this...

I use those sticky foam covers like in this article.
http://www.green-talk.com/2010/04/20/outlet-and-light-switches-suck-your-money-right-out-the-window/

Forum: Renovations & New Construction

12-11-10, 10:49 AM

Replies: 14

Proper use of sheathing tape on outlets

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Posted By strider3700

they make these little plastic bags specifically...

they make these little plastic bags specifically for the outlets/fixture boxes. basically you put the box in the bag then attach it to the wall.

Next slice a small hole in the bag and put the...

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