Switch cover - should be easy

[JHZR2]

Hi

Trying to install switches that are two switches on one strap in a single gang box. No big deal until I get to cover the switch.

HD and lowes sell these, but neither sell the cover apparently.

Maybe I'm searching for the wrong terms, no luck online either...

The switch looks like this:

What is wrong that I cant find covers for these???

Thanks!

 

[OVERKILL]

They take regular plug covers, that's probably why. They would certainly be readily available.

 

[shooter250]

Look for a duplex receptacle cover. They should have plenty

 

[Brons2]

That's ugly. Cut a bigger hole and put a 2 gang box in there with 2 separate switches.

 

[dave1251]

Mori could tell you what would work "better". Where is that guy?

 

[Rick in PA]

Originally Posted By: OVERK1LL
They take regular plug covers, that's probably why. They would certainly be readily available.

+1 I used one in our last house when I installed a fan in the bathroom and didn't have the option to resize the box (an older tiled wall). It worked fine and looked OK.

 

[JHZR2]

Originally Posted By: OVERK1LL
They take regular plug covers, that's probably why. They would certainly be readily available.


Duh. Makes total sense. Makes it easy.

Thanks!

 

[OVERKILL]

Originally Posted By: JHZR2
Originally Posted By: OVERK1LL
They take regular plug covers, that's probably why. They would certainly be readily available.


Duh. Makes total sense. Makes it easy.

Thanks!


No problem

 

[JHZR2]

Originally Posted By: Brons2
That's ugly. Cut a bigger hole and put a 2 gang box in there with 2 separate switches.


Ehh, it's functional and it's old work plaster with lathe from the early 30's that is better off less disturbed. Plus it's a basement stairs.