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Now that we are clear on your question...I would suggest using the Phenolic type of back box when using NM type cable (romex) wiring methods. The metal boxes are more expensive and usually not needed for residential applications. The plastic boxes are JUNK. They are way to flexible, will melt...

In an effort to make sure we are all on the same page...I believe what you are asking about is actually the device "cover plate", not the back box. The photos show a metal back box on the left and as Aceman pointed out, the 4-square cover shown on the right photo is for exposed installation...

Don't do it. You will be sorry. Those linear LED lamps ****.

Actually there is more to it... An IG receptacle is constructed different than a typical receptacle in that it has the ground terminal "isolated' from the mounting strap as compared to a typcial receptacle that is intended to make a gournd connection to the back box and raceway system...

Based upon the description of the original panelboard as "OLD", it would be a safe assumption that the original panel was fabricated prior to the latest requirements for gutter space within a panelboard enclosure. It was some time around the mid to late 90's that the gutter dimension...

Unless you have a true "Isolated Ground System" including an IG panelboard, the IG type receptacles do not provide any benefit. IG sytems were the rage in the 80's but no one installs them anymore except people who do not understand how they work.

A stand-by generator is the answer. All the lights stay on and you don't have to worry about heat to keep everything in the garage from freezing. It also allows you to keep working on your car while watching the game on TV.

You state: So you are offering technical information for others to use for installation methods while you now admit that you have no experience with this type of system configuration. Amazing! So in reading your most recent post I thought maybe you finally had this concept understood until I...

ddawg, Read the end of the section you quoted me on again...pay attention to the part about 'on the same phase'. I never said you can't share a neutral. I said you can't share a neutral for two hots on the same phase. That is a code violation and that is the advice and direction for an...

ddwag, Wrong again...Show me the quote where I suggested using a single neutral ? The method of using a shared neutral was introduced into this discussion by 'tfi racing' and supported by 'Aceman'. I jumped into the discussion only after both of the before mentioned members let you know that...

ddawg comment: It may be worthless to you but that is my opinion. My opinion is valued by my clients at a billable rate of $170 per hour. I don't want to start an online technical training seminar to teach you the basics but I will offer the fact that your explanation for indicating the...

ddawg, based upon your recent post, you really don't have an understanding of basic electricity at the level to be offering advice. The phrase 'KNOWS ENOUGH TO BE DANGEROUS' can be applied. Electrical work really should be performed by a trained professional in order to protect peoples...

Thanks for the compliment. It has been quite an undertaking building this garage. I have done almost all of the work myself. Between all the sanding and 3 coats of stain, the doors alone took me 3 months to finish. Choosing a metal pre-finished door will definitely save on cost and maintenance...

I understand your stress Momma. I too agonized over choosing a style of door for about a year before I finally decided. Like you I also knew from the start that I wanted a carriage style door. I wanted my garage to look like an old carriage house to match my 100 year old farm house and 2-story...

No, there is no fine aggregate to add for strength. Maybe you are thinking of the anti-skid additive that is basically like sand but that is optional and has nothing to do with the strength. Again, the product code for the epoxy is 99-6600. There are 3 applications being recommended to me by...

The specific product I am looking at is the MegaSeal SL/HB which is the self-leveling, high build version that has a product code of 99-6600.

I would consider anything from a heavy duty paint listed and labeled for use on a garage floor all the way up to the average low cost epoxy products like rustoleum or any other you can buy at the big box stores. What is your experience with MegaSeal?

I have been considering using a product by PPG called MegaSeal. From my research it appears to be a superior product to the basic floor coatings out there and is available in any color you want. Anyone have any experience or insight they want to share about this product? JP