Oatey 34044 Access Panel, 14 X 29-Inch
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Overall: 17" x 32- br>Wall opening required: 1/4" as seen on the Oatey website. 14" x 29- 1/2"br>Door size: 13-1/2"br>Door size: 13-1/2"br>Door size 29 3/4" x 3/4" x 3/4" x 3/4" x 3/4"
No, there isn't a hinged door on this. Plastic snaps on the sides, top, and bottom of the door allow it to be inserted and removed from the frame. Because the door panel has small indentations near the snap areas, it can be removed from the frame once installed with a standard screwdriver.
I used a large bead of clear GE Silicone II caulk to seal the opening in the wall. Then I used stainless steel screws to secure it, maybe 8 or so, because it's usually a moist area that rusts regular screws. It's possible that you should prepare ahead of time. the screw holes should be drilled I wouldn't risk damaging the plastic by nailing it.
Yes. I used Sherwin Williams oil paint on one of them. I rolled one with latex wall paint and the other with enamel. Both of them turned out beautifully.
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Instructions for installation are incorrect. Oatey has always produced high-quality products in my opinion, and this 14" x 29" access panel is no exception. There were no issues with this seller, and the item arrived quickly. The issue that anyone who buys this panel (34044) should be aware of is that the instructions for measuring the hole that needs to be cut are incorrect. According to the instructions, the hole size cut in the drywall for a surface mount installation should be 14" x 29 1/8". When measuring the recessed part of the actual frame flange, the dimensions are 14 1/8" x 29 3/8" (O. If you cut it according to the instructions, there's no way it'll fit into the wall. Whether you're installing this unit as a surface mount or flush mount, this is the correct size hole you'll need to install the frame flange. As a 38-year veteran of the home construction and remodeling industry, I've learned to measure myself rather than relying solely on the instructions. Maybe this panel has been updated over the years, but the instructions haven't been updated.
This is a fantastic offer. I purchased this for a job I was doing in Florida; I live in Illinois but flew down to paint a relative's condo. The tenant above 'our' condo had a leak in their tub/shower/whatever, and plumbers needed access to their plumbing in our unit, so there was a hole in the ceiling of the master bath's shower. Unfortunately, the plumber(s) who did the job must not have had much experience drilling holes in drywall, because they created a massive rectangle that was completely off in every way, but was roughly 24" by 14" in size. br>br>Now, because I only had so much time to paint the entire condo and I couldn't just leave this ceiling like this, I decided to make an access panel so that if the problem recurs, they will have very easy access to the problem area. I went to the nearest Home Depot and couldn't find anything bigger than 14x14 or 8x8, so I was expecting to have a drywall job on my hands before I found this on Amazon. Thankfully, I found this and ordered it, and it arrived in two days thanks to Prime, and all I had to do was straighten the mess of a hole they cut, make it slightly larger, and this thing fit perfectly. br>br>The only problem is that there's no real mounting hardware for this thing, so I went ahead and mounted it with 8 drywall anchors and stainless screws, as well as some DAP interior/exterior construction adhesive. After letting it cure for 24 hours, I didn't like how the screws looked, so I backed them out and the adhesive held it in place on its own. I installed the door, caulked around the edges of the access panel's trim where it meets the drywall to ensure that there are no gaps, and filled the eight screw holes I created. I then painted the shower ceiling and right over the access panel, which turned out pretty nice, though I'm not sure how well the adhesive will hold up when people take showers, so we'll have to wait and see. I'm not sure if the adhesive will hold or if someone will need to put screws back in it at some point. Another drawback, if you can call it that, is the sheer size of this access panel and its trim. I've never seen such a large access panel, haha. If the plumbers need to work again, they should have plenty of space. br>br>I hope this information is useful to you. Take your time and do it right, it's a great access panel.
It works, though I would have preferred a hinged door. The fact that the panel can be flush mounted is convenient, but the lack of visual instructions makes it difficult to understand. In any case, my application did not require a flush mount, so I mounted it on the surface. The panel is slightly taller than 29" in height.
I like that they are reversible and that you can texture and paint them to match your wall, making them almost invisible. Set them back and drywall the panel or tile for a great price and a great product!.
You can easily lay this out to access the floor drain, supply lines, and up to the faucet manifold with plenty of room to spare, depending on where you put it. If your studs are spaced 16" apart, the width is ideal. The panel snaps into the frame, making this a two-piece design. There aren't any springs or hinges to speak of. Rigid plastic lock tabs on all four sides keep it firmly in place. The panel can be separated with the help of a small flat head screwdriver. The plastic can be painted, but in most cases, the bright white looks good as is. When installed in properly cut drywall, the frame sits perfectly flat with no bows or distortions. After dry fitting the frame in, I recommend caulking the back side of the frame or using a construction adhesive to ensure proper placement. This will make the application more durable and long-lasting.
Plumbing access is hidden behind scrap plywood and a cabinet door in a newly purchased 40-year-old condo. Neither looked appealing nor were they safe for small animals or children. I'm not going to talk about bugs. I saw these, liked the reviews, and thought the price was great, so I bought two. one for each room with access to the bathroom's plumbing I gave my wife and the king all thumbs up - Cutting openings to fit and inserting panels took less than an hour. I'm serious. Finding tools and cleaning up took longer than installing them. The panels aren't doors; they're attached to the frame, so there's no chance of them popping open if you press against them. A fantastic, low-cost solution to an unsightly problem!.
" 5/8 inch thick flange, as specified in the customer question but not in the product description. As a result, the flange had to be reworked in order to fit our plumbing access hole. This is neither a cost-effective nor a time-saving solution.
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