Which is the right dryer vent wall box for my home?
There are many factors considered before deciding on the right choice. Please visit “Which Dryer Vent Box Do I Need” page for more info.
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Why choose the DBX dryer vent boxes?
Tested by UL and QAI Laboratories Provide a clean and professional look with a snap-on optional trim ring Can be rotated for up or down venting Powered-coated white to match the washer boxes in the laundry room Reduces construction costs and back-end delays on drywall and paint repair
Can I install your dryer boxes into a 1-hour firewall?
Yes, the DBX1000M4 and DBX1017FR dryer vent boxes can be. Please see the installation instructions for how they need to be installed to meet that requirement.
Can I install a dryer vent box in a 2-hour Fire wall?
The answer is no, no dryer box on the market has been tested to go into a 2-hour firewall, Reason being is it would not pass the transfer of heat portion of the test.
How to install the dryer vent box inside?
The in wall dryer vent box installation involves the following steps: Step 1: Orient the box and remove the appropriate vent pipe knockout. Step 2: Extend the vent pipe at least 4 inches inside the box. Step 3: Install the gas line into the gas hole Step 4: Slide the box into position, aligning the …
How do I get the 4’’ round dryer exhaust hose to fit onto the oval vent pipe?
The easiest way is to make use of a metal snips to cut the end of the exhaust hose to make it easier to fit it over the oval hole. Some supply houses carry a metal transition piece that goes from oval to round, but it is also not a perfect fit usually.
How do I fit the 4’’ round pipe into the 3 ½ deep boxes, the hole is oval?
When dealing with a 2×4 wall you must use one of our dryer boxes that is 3 ½ deep. The issue installers run into is how to get that round vent pipe into the oval knockout hole. The best way to get the vent pipe into the dryer vent box is to use metal snips …
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Can I install the dryer vent box higher up on the wall?
When we first invented our dryer vent boxes our manufacturer installation instructions recommend that our DBX1000, DBX1000M and DBX1017FR dryer vent boxes be installed on the bottom plate. But over the years as dryers have been raised off the floor and pedestal dryers have become more popular. Construction Solutions recommends that you install the DBX …
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