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Hiding an electrical panel

Started by ny888
about 14 years ago
Posts: 4
Member since: Aug 2011
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Has anyone installed an electrical panel inside a shallow cabinet? Or perhaps hanging art in front of the panel is better? I understand we need a 30" wide x 36" deep clearance in front per NEC code...but was trying to think of creative ways to hide the panel since it's in a very prominent location in our apt. Any help appreciated!
Response by estimator
about 14 years ago
Posts: 77
Member since: Nov 2011

I have seen panels installed in nice wood enclosure flush with wall surface.
Also Hanging art should be ok.

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Response by NYCMatt
about 14 years ago
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Member since: May 2009

Technically, it's against code to conceal the power box at all. You're not even allowed to paint it.

That said, hanging art is the least *permanent* way of concealing it. Sticking it inside a custom-made enclosure is just begging for a fine.

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Response by ph41
about 14 years ago
Posts: 3390
Member since: Feb 2008

Our electrical panels are behind hinged metal doors. One was existing when we bought the apartment, the second one was installed when we added electrical power and put in a second box. Same hinged cover , though looks don't matter in this case as it is in a laundry room

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