I need to cut or trim a cover plate for an electrical outlet. What do you use to cut the plastic/vinyl cover?

Question

I need to cut or trim a cover plate for an electrical outlet. What do you use to cut the plastic/vinyl cover?

Answer 1

I would buy a unbreakable plastic plate, such as a Pass and Seymore TP-8 or a Leviton 80703 (available at Home Depot and Lowes, etc...) and cut it with a razor blade. Just score it a few times and it should snap perfectly with the unbreakable style.

Answer 2

Ive used my wet saw for ceramic tile many times for electricians who need a plate cut..

Answer 3

you dont you move the electrical box.. would take a pro about 10 min to move it is a code violation to cut a plate no real electrician would do it

Answer 4

A bandsaw with a metal blade.