Oct 18, 2019 · Old work round boxes are not designed for light fixtures. You need to use a fan style bar box that goes between the joist unless you get lucky and hit a ceiling joist.

Nov 7, 2010 · Is it illegal to use an old work ceiling box to support a light fixture? The only support is the wings on the sheetrock. I think you should only use them for smoke detectors.

Jun 25, 2015 · What is the weight limit for your old work round box #B618R if you are hanging a light fixture from the ceiling. The B618R is a round old work outlet box and is not listed for fixture support …

Dec 7, 2019 · My understanding is that an old work box (metal or plastic) can be cut in to a ceiling or wall to support a device like switches, receptacles, and smoke alarms using the wall or ceiling …

Mar 12, 2009 · The Raco Saddlebox, the Westinghouse Fanmaster Jr box, the SmartBox ceiling box, and the Arlington MB-8 are four compliant options to install a ceiling box in old work to support a …

Aug 5, 2006 · Sheetrocker cut the hole too big on an old work box opening, and the tabs aren't catching. Any neat tricks or "gadgets" to fix this issue - short of cutting out the rock and patching in a new …

Apr 3, 2014 · I don't even bother with old work ceiling boxes anymore. It's smartbox or fan bar/box for most installations.

Jun 23, 2014 · He stated that if I used an old work box during the trim he would have us remove drywall and mount the light, outlet boxes to the structure and make repairs to finished surfaces. This …

Nov 30, 2024 · For 40 years we have been cutting in old-work boxes for vanity lights. For the last 30, it has been "pop" boxes. I'm still using Union Box 3080-9 round old work boxes which are rated for 15 …

Dec 2, 2012 · Do they make old work boxes with flappers that go back further so they can get behind a thick wall? Sometimes you have to put a receptacle in a cabinet with a 3/4" back panel on top of a 1" …