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Review on ⚡ The Ultimate Electrical Weatherproof Construction Solution: Arlington DBVR141W 1 by Greg Bellman

Revainrating 5 out of 5

The best all weather box I've found

I love this all weather electrical box! The best I've found so far. After the first one, installed to replace a broken box from another manufacturer, I liked it so much that I replaced 5 others, although they didn't need to be replaced. It takes a little longer to install than other boxes that just stick to the surface as it fits into the wall so you have to cut a hole in the wall to do it. This is easy enough using the fairing trim as a template for the hole and a multitool or saber saw to cut the hole. DO NOT install it where there is a stand in the wall as it requires about 3 inches of clearance at the back. Wall. The first one I installed was very close to an internal outlet in the house. I had to be careful not to place them right next to each other because even with my 6" outer walls, they wouldn't both fit. Here are my favorite things about this box: 1. very nice/neat look, 2. sticks out about 1 inch less from the Side panel out than a regular surface mount box 3. Hinged cover that can be closed when the power cord is plugged in. What I didn't like: 1. It takes a little longer to install 2. I couldn't figure out how to remove the cover for an easier installation 3. Takes up more wall space (5" x 7") than a traditional surface box mount (3" x 4.5"). In my case, there are more pluses than minuses.

Pros
  • Electrical boxes, lines and fittings
Cons
  • Some bugs