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CountryLiving34
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I am trying to install a new lighting fixture on the front porch. There is a recess with this thing bolted in that was holding the old light fixture. I took it out and need to buy another one for the new fixture. Can anyone tell me what this thing is called and where can I buy another one......Home Depot, Lowes, etc? See attached picture!

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mdnagel
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It's a round work box: https://www.thespruce.com/electrical-sw ... es-1824666 (see #6). I'm wanting to say that the material used for the box you're showing is bakelite: not sure if anyone really uses it anymore? Just go with whatever is available (might need one that's specifically suited for "rework").
Mark440
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If the round work box was screwed in via the 4 mounting holes - then you can get an exact replacement from orange or blue big box. But! If you cannot access how this box was mounted - you will have to get a work box that has little plastic 'flags' that flip into place behind the mounting surface to secure it to the mounting panel.
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