Attractive Covering For Ceiling Box - USA

[dogbob]

I just installed can lights in the ceiling, replacing a hanging light. That leaves me with a live 4" round box in the ceiling. Code won't allow me to conceal it or mud over it. The ceiling is drywall with hand-troweled ripples. What can I do to cover this live box that will look nearly invisible yet still stay within code? For example, do people trowel drywall compound over a cover-plate before screwing it in place? What else do you recommend? Thanks!

 

[Dan]

You got a picture of it?

 

[Megawatt]

I just installed can lights in the ceiling, replacing a hanging light. That leaves me with a live 4" round box in the ceiling. Code won't allow me to conceal it or mud over it. The ceiling is drywall with hand-troweled ripples. What can I do to cover this live box that will look nearly invisible yet still stay within code? For example, do people trowel drywall compound over a cover-plate before screwing it in place? What else do you recommend? Thanks!

They actually make covers for ceiling boxes but you will probably have to go to an electrical parts supplier. They might sell them at Lowes or Home Depot.

 

[dogbob]

Thank you for the tip about commercial box covers. I found plastic and metal ones at HomeDepot. They're not so pretty, but may be the best choice.

Attached is a picture of the box and the surrounding drywall. Unfortunately, the drywall edge is a bit rough around the box.

 

[Megawatt]

Thank you for the tip about commercial box covers. I found plastic and metal ones at HomeDepot. They're not so pretty, but may be the best choice.

Attached is a picture of the box and the surrounding drywall. Unfortunately, the drywall edge is a bit rough around the box.

Go to your local electrical supply store because they have more decorative covers which should be large enough to cover the whole box. Good luck