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Enhancing Electrical Safety: ⚡️ Arlington DBVM1W 1 Weatherproof Construction Solution Review

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Description of Enhancing Electrical Safety: ⚡️ Arlington DBVM1W 1 Weatherproof Construction Solution

ONE-PIECE ASSEMBLY - IN BOX’s one-piece assembly replaces the installation of an electrical box, siding block, and bubble cover assembly. Cover is removable for easier device installation. No gaskets required. WEATHERPROOF - 22.0 cu. inch recessed electrical box with weatherproof-in-use extra-duty cover for existing siding construction. NO GASKETS REQUIRED - Accepts most single gang wiring devices and uses standard indoor wall plates or a GFCI cover plate. DURABLE - For New Stucco, Textured Surfaces, and Rigid Siding. UV rated plastic for long outdoor life. Non-metallic cover and base. Box and white cover are textured/ paintable. SPECIFICATIONS – Trade Size: 1-Gang - Style: Vertical - Height: 9.058" - Width 7.012" - Weight 1.06 lbs/each.

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Revainrating 3 out of 5

Excellent box!: Electrical

Excellent electrical box. With everything you need except the electrical appliance. Very durable and waterproof. Highly recommended!

Pros
  • Satisfied so far
Cons
  • Compatibility

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Great product, good for the electrics

These are great for new builds to hide boxes in the wall. They are easy to install and come with a handle that prevents the Romex from being pulled out.

Pros
  • Great for a small house
Cons
  • Definitely bad product

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Great product for electrical boxes

Ideal for running wires through sheathing and ideal for plaster finishes. Highly recommended for integration with a weatherproof barrier.

Pros
  • Easy to use
Cons
  • Expandable

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Great item for flushing your outside sockets

Great item for hiding your outside sockets. However, the included internal bezel is very stiff and brittle, so over-tightening the bezel screws can damage the bezel.

Pros
  • Inspires confidence
Cons
  • Out of fashion

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Ideal for log walls

Ideal for log walls. They are quite large and the outlet is set back a bit, but overall this is the right product for masonry walls.

Pros
  • Electrical boxes, wires and fittings
Cons
  • Ugly packaging

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Great product to hide your outside sockets

Great product to hide your outside sockets. However, the supplied inner bezel is very rigid and brittle, so over-tightening the bezel screws can damage the bezel.

Pros
  • Electrical boxes
Cons
  • I don't remember

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Proper Installation of External Sockets

These are great boxes but please note that this particular box (DBVM1W) is not designed for standard EIFS. If you are making new Western EIFS textured plaster (1-3/8 in. overall thickness including 1 in. foam board) you will need the DBVMA1W. All Arlington products are of the highest quality. Please note that if you require a replacement socket these flush-mount sockets fit small thermoset sockets (Eaton #2151W or #2132W) and also note that replacement flip-up covers are available (Arlington…

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  • Tools and Housewares
Cons
  • No Power