Hi,
As the subject says, I'm looking for thoughts for the best type of boxes for lath and plaster walls. Compared to plasterboard the differences are uneven back surface, quite thick overall, and tendency to crumble around any cut out. Particularly for the last reason I'd rather something that stays put once it's in place, rather than only held secure when the accessory fixing screws are tightened up.
The electricians that did the rewire a few years ago used boxed with screws in each corner, these work OK as long as there's something for the screws to get a grip on at the corner, but rely on a very accurate cut out or there's nothing for the screw to grip.
Suggestions appreciated, Tony S
As the subject says, I'm looking for thoughts for the best type of boxes for lath and plaster walls. Compared to plasterboard the differences are uneven back surface, quite thick overall, and tendency to crumble around any cut out. Particularly for the last reason I'd rather something that stays put once it's in place, rather than only held secure when the accessory fixing screws are tightened up.
The electricians that did the rewire a few years ago used boxed with screws in each corner, these work OK as long as there's something for the screws to get a grip on at the corner, but rely on a very accurate cut out or there's nothing for the screw to grip.
Suggestions appreciated, Tony S