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14-in x 14-in Plastic Access Panel

Ratings & Reviews for Oatey 14-in x 14-in Plastic Access Panel

4.5
152
Review
 4.5 out of 5
152 Reviews


87% Recommend this product

Ratings may include incentivized customer reviews.

What Customers Are Saying

Customers overwhelmingly praise the spring-loaded design for enabling quick, tool-free installation and secure retention. Most highlight how the included template makes cutting accurate holes straightforward, while the panel snaps firmly into place without screws or trim across varying wall thicknesses. Reviewers frequently mention painting or wallpapering the panel to match decor, noting it becomes nearly undetectable. Many value it as a practical long-term solution for accessing hidden plumbing or electrical work, appreciating the ability to remove and reinstall without damage. A few report occasional clip issues or material durability concerns, though most consider it a reliable, seamless solution.

Customer review summary generated by AI, including incentivized reviews.
152 Customer Reviews

Panel was easy to install and operate

Would Recommend

Easy to install and use.

July 1, 2025
From 8-in x 8-in Plastic Access Panel Verified Purchaser
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Find better quality

Would Not Recommend

Cheap construction that will not last

June 3, 2025
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Response from Oatey

We appreciate your feedback, although we're sorry to hear that your experience with our product didn't meet your expectations. If you're ...

OateyJune 4, 2025

Oatey

Great access panel to save time in the future.

Would Recommend

Wall panel access panel is super easy to install and affordable price too!

April 4, 2025
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Does the job!

Would Recommend

iT WAS EASY TO INSTALL. IT IS A BACK PANEL FOR ACCESS TO SHOWER PLUMBING

March 13, 2025
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can be flimsy

Would Recommend

Easy to install, but spring can be a bit flimsy, we had to reinforce with pliers

February 18, 2025
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Avoid. Better options at around the same price

Would Not Recommend

The spring flew off into the wall and now it’s just a piece of plastic that I own

January 21, 2025
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Response from Oatey

We're sorry to hear about your experience and appreciate you bringing this to our attention. Please reach out to us directly at technical@oat...

OateyJanuary 23, 2025

Oatey

easy access

Would Recommend

easy to install , frame is slightly larger than 8x8 so it covers a bad cut job perfectly. I painted panel the wall color so is barely noticeable.

December 17, 2024
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A good idea done poorly.

Would Not Recommend

Bought this to hide pipes and wires exposed by a plumbing repair. Installing it was simple and it worked great -- *the first time.* Removing the panel to finish the drywall repair made the wire unusable -- it won't stay in place -- making it impossible to use as designed to put it back in. The panel itself is fine, but the way the wire is designed and implemented is garbage.

November 25, 2024
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Response from Oatey

We appreciate your feedback, although we're sorry to hear that your experience with our product didn't meet your expectations. If you're ...

OateyNovember 26, 2024

Oatey

Just right

Would Recommend

Easy install

September 29, 2024
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Works as advertised

Would Recommend

My Type X ceiling was installed into 2x4 trusses and framing supports between trusses. My required access hole to a plumping clean out over-lapped framing lumber on two sides. I was able to cut the plastic insert to shorten the corners to allow the ceiling plate to fit flush to the ceiling. As long as the spring closing locks have clear space above them, they will snap in place and make a tight seal to the ceiling.

September 29, 2024
From 8-in x 8-in Plastic Access Panel Verified Purchaser
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