Ratings & Reviews for CANTEX Polycarbonate Old work Switch/Outlet Electrical Box
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What Customers Are Saying
Customers overwhelmingly praise this electrical box for its reliability, ease of installation, and effectiveness in retrofitting lighting and fixtures in older homes. Most highlight how fast and intuitive it is to install without studs, with a helpful template for cutting holes. Reviewers consistently describe it as strong, secure, and durable with ample interior space for complex wiring. A few note that screw quality is poor and hole-cutting precision is critical for optimal fit. Despite minor challenges, most consider it an excellent solution for remodels and old-work applications.
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Would RecommendWorked just fine to place a box behind a bathroom light fixture where there was no box. Easy to install.
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Easy installation and slim profile
Makes my job easier, I love these things!
Great
Would RecommendWorks great
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Light
Would RecommendWorked good
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Excellent quality of materials
Would RecommendVery easy to use and it performed the task that it was suppose to.
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Odd products for odd jobs
Would RecommendThis is perfect if you have a board ceiling that can support the weight of a fan or light. I did not have room for a regular nail box but so far this has worked wonders. Would definitely use again if needed. The ceiling I have is wood board and had an old metal box that I don’t trust nor was it the right size to be honest. I bought this, turned the screws and it clamped right into place. These type of boxes are great for older homes or jobs where you don’t want to tear out the wall to nail in a ...
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Easy to use
Would RecommendEasy to use
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Excellent product
Fit perfectly
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Replace 'old' Old Work Boxes
Would RecommendThis 'new' Old Work Box replaced a condition I had with two poorly installed old work boxes from yesteryear. Having three working wings did the trick in firming up sagging wall mounted lanterns. Prior boxes had either broken wings or maladjusted wings, causing the lanterns to sag away from the wall and exposing electrical connections. All firmed up now.
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Its pretty straightforward
Would RecommendWorked as advertised, easy install, holds to wall well.
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ease of install
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Ideal for old work
Would RecommendExcellent for remodels and old work. Used many times without issue
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Its plastic
Worked like it should
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Works great, easy to install.
Would RecommendOne of the easiest outlet boxes I have installed. Worked great for our lighting project.
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It's a cut in box
Would RecommendEasy to use, well built, affordable
Excellent old work box
Would RecommendExcellent replacement box for new light installations for an old home. Used 12 to install new light fixture in our mobile home. Old fixtures were hard to remove, but with the new boxes I can replace or install update light fixtures in just a few minutes.
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Nailed It
Would RecommendPerfect for Purpose
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Box is code
Needed for electrical
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