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Questions and Answers for Elmdor 16 in. x 16 in. Metal Wall and Ceiling Access Panel

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Model #DW16X16PC-SDL

Store SKU #1000679587

  • Protects your electric wires from fire and moisture
  • Pivoting rod hinge ensures a smooth opening of the door
  • Prime-coated surface allows you to paint it as desired

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Q:ARE THERE HOLES ON THE SIDES SO THIS MAY BE SCREWED INTO THE WALL?
by|Mar 22, 2023
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A:  The DW series has 1/4" mounting holes for fastening to studs.

by|Feb 29, 2024
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    Q:I'm planning to cut a 16" x 16" rough opening in ceiling drywall. I assume to total length and width dimention of 17.6" square will cover the cutout area. ??
    by|Feb 22, 2023
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    A:  hello the R.O needed is a 1/2" more on the width and height side. This information and more can be found on the specification sheet located in the section Info and Guides.

    by|Oct 3, 2023
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      Q:Can this panel be installed outside?
      by|Jan 14, 2023
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      A:  I installed an access door outside I don’t know if this is the same door however. Painted over it with exterior paint.

      by|Jun 8, 2023

        A:  Hello the DW series is for interior use. Please see our ED series for exterior access panel.

        by|Jul 10, 2023
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          Q:I note this item appears to have a swing opening to the left. Do you make both left and right swing doors on the panel? It would work best if the door swung open the other way for my situation.
          by|Nov 9, 2022
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          A:  There is no specific handing to install the door. If you prefer the door to swing right, there would be no issue with installing it to do so.

          by|Jul 28, 2023
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            Q:Can It be installed in a Barthoom without rusting due to humidity caused by showers?
            by|Apr 18, 2022
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            A:  Depends on how much humidity, you havecexhaust fan yes? Also make sure you choose right paint. I installed mine on outside wall where it rains an no problems with rust. If you are really concerned, use plastic panel, not metal

            by|Apr 23, 2022

              A:  No issues at all.  It’s been in our bathroom for 2 years.

              by|Dec 13, 2022
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                A:  DIYer247 - the primer is applied to provide a smooth surface for finished paint to be applied easily. All metal is subject to rusting over a period of time. The galvannealed material used for Elmdor access doors slows this process, but does not eliminate the possibility. Humid conditions or proximity to salt-water can accelerate the process.

                by|Jul 28, 2023
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                  Q:Rough opening detentions for frameing
                  by|Apr 12, 2022
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                  A:  16 1/4'' x 16 1/4''

                  by|Feb 21, 2023
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                    A:  Too large for the opening and could not enlarge opening due to beam.

                    by|Oct 29, 2023
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                      A:  16 7/8×16 7/8

                      by|Nov 27, 2022
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                        A:  this door fits right on top of drywall cut out to door opening dimensions. easy to install and looks very flush with wall.

                        by|Feb 3, 2024
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                          A:  Good Morning the rough opening for the DW series is a 1/2" more on the width and height side.

                          by|Jul 28, 2023
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                            Q:I understand that this should be going between the studs but can this also be fitted through an already cut hole with a stud at the center going across?
                            by|Dec 17, 2021
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                            A:  I had to install mine with a stud in the middle. Just cut the whole 16 1/2” X 16 1/2” then cut your stud out and install another 2X4 on the top and bottom attached to the stud on either side. If this doesn’t work for you then you’ll need to cut a notch in your stud about 1/2” deep where the access panel flange hits it.

                            by|Apr 22, 2022

                            A:  Hello yes it will still fit, the door has a inner frame with a 1 1/4" depth.

                            by|Jun 9, 2023
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                              Q:How is this attached to ceiling drywall? Does it attach to the drywall or does it have to be framed in?
                              by|Nov 7, 2021
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                              A:  If you can, you might want to frame it in because it does have screw holes that allow for this on the sides. However, we were going on a vertical surface with ours and we just glued it in. There is plenty of space to put a nice bead on it all the way around.

                              by|May 13, 2022

                              A:  Hello Bill the DW series can be screwed into the studs of the ceiling. This is framed in.

                              by|Nov 8, 2021

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