Say Goodbye To Your Breaker Box Eyesore With A Clever Amazon Solution

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If you like design, you might enjoy finding simple and stylish DIY ways to hide common eyesores around your home. However, those DIY solutions don't always work because of accessibility issues. For example, many people consider their circuit breaker box an eyesorebecause they are installed between 48 and 79 inches off the ground, putting them directly in view. But you can't simply cover it. The National Electrical Code rules prevent you from covering the electrical panel because it could interfere with firefighters identifying and responding to an emergency. Fortunately, Amazon has an option that hides the breaker box while staying compliant: the LEUBDIBR Solid Wood Breaker Box Cover ($64 to $89, depending on the selected size).

The LEUBDIBR cover has a solid wood frame that attaches to the wall around the perimeter of the panel. It opens from the bottom, so you can swing it up and access the panel at any time. The handwoven rattan material partially hides the panel from view while creating a stylish design element that looks like decor. If your panel generates a little bit of heat during operation, the natural weave in the rattan supports airflow, potentially dissipating any excess heat.  There are two colors for the frame: carbonized walnut and light-burned oak. You can also add small hooks to the bottom edge of the frame, if desired.

Although you could hire a professional to build and hang a similar frame, the LEUBDIBR Solid Wood Breaker Box Cover is made for a DIY installation, saving you money on labor costs. As long as you have the basic tools every homeowner should own, like a drill, the installation process should go smoothly.

You have two installation options. If you can't drill into the wall, the kit includes Velcro tabs you can attach to the corners of the back of the frame and wall. However, for a more secure installation, you can screw the frame into the wall. The frame has predrilled holes on the edges, allowing you to easily insert screws without splitting the wood. Use short screws that won't penetrate behind the drywall, where some electrical wires may be entering or exiting the breaker box. In residential construction, most drywall is 1/2-inch thick. You may want to use short plastic drywall anchors to further secure the frame.