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Cover Electrical Outlets

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New construction painting can get pretty dirty. Here’s a tip that goes a long way.

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What happens here

To protect electrical wiring from paint, cover all exposed electrical outlets. This prevents paint from getting onto the wires, which can make it difficult for electricians to identify wire colors (black, red, or ground) later on, saving them time and potential rework.

Goal: Protect electrical wires from paint and maintain wire identification.

Tools and materials

  • Painter's Tape 3M — Securing protective coverings over outlets and masking areas

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cover the outlet so their wires don't get all painted you know white so you have no idea what's black red or ground

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