Title: How to Cut Plastic Electrical Wall Plates | Hunker
Headings: How to Cut Plastic Electrical Wall Plates
How to Cut Plastic Electrical Wall Plates
Cut Lines
Step 1
Step 2
Step 3
Step 4
Cut a Circle
Step 1
Step 2
Step 3
Step 4
Step 5

Content: How to Cut Plastic Electrical Wall Plates | Hunker
Home Hacks & Answers
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How to Cut Plastic Electrical Wall Plates
By Lisa Wampler
Hunker may earn compensation through affiliate links in this story. Things You'll Need
Marker
Painter's tape
Eye protection
Scroll saw
Scrap wood
Hole saw
Drill
C-clamps
Warning
Wear eye and ear protection when using power tools. There are many reasons you might want to cut a plastic electrical plate. For example, you might need to cut it in half for a custom application, or you may want to drill a bigger hole to allow you to run cable wires through it. There are two basic adjustments you might need to make to your wall plate: line cuts and circles. Advertisement
Cut Lines
Step 1
Remove the cover plate from the electrical outlet. Most cover plates have one or two screws. A screwdriver works best for removing the cover. Never attempt to cut a cover while it's installed.