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Old 06-26-2012, 07:38 PM   #1
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These adjustable boxes are a great thing for certain applications. I used them all above countertop in kitchen and am able to install outlets before back splash goes in

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Old 06-26-2012, 08:12 PM   #2
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These adjustable boxes are a great thing for certain applications. I used them all above countertop in kitchen and am able to install outlets before back splash goes in

http://www.carlonsales.com/adjzipbox.php
I like how they are adjustable but, they are flimsy and distort easily.

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I like how they are adjustable but, they are flimsy and distort easily.
Have had very little of the distorting
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These adjustable boxes are a great thing for certain applications. I used them all above countertop in kitchen and am able to install outlets before back splash goes in

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I use those all the time in kitchens.

The GC used spray foam for the whole house. The boxes were locked in place.

So much for trying.
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Old 06-26-2012, 10:27 PM   #5
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They work well in bathrooms also.

I don't see the importance of installing devices before tile.
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I've seen these except with a slider that is adjustable http://ep.yimg.com/ca/I/yhst-1777156..._2217_82171212
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They work well in bathrooms also.

I don't see the importance of installing devices before tile.
Your right no real importance just found it a little easier to install devices prior to cabinets going in also. Usually you are doing these devices last and with new cabinets,granite in you have to be a lot more careful with all new stuff around you plus I have a bad back so no bending over.
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I used to use them in kitchens and bathrooms, nice for tile and backsplashes. Now I'm cheap, standard 18 os 22 cu nail ons. Longer yoke screws if neccessary.
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The arlington ones are better
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The arlington ones are better
Yes they are and there is a flaw with Carlon ones because if your using a decora device it forces it one way because of how the adjustment screw is placed so you can never center the yoke
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I have a bad back ....
Right there is worth the price

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