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Old work box

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An "old work box" is an electrical box, usually made from metal or plastic, which is used in remodeling. The box is used for electrical switches, ceiling fans, lighting, cable or computer lines. An "old work box" is installed in to a hole cut into a wall or ceiling and has folding tabs, that when turned grab onto the back of the drywall to hold the box in place. "New work boxes" are nailed into the wall studs or ceiling joists before the drywall is installed. In remodeling it is impossible to nail in a box without cutting a large hole into the wall or ceiling, so the "old work box" with folding tab is used.

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