"Jerry" wrote in message
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I have some electrical boxes for outlets and switches that were not
installed flush with the wall. Therefore the covers do not lay flat,
and there are gaps between the plate and the wall.

Short of having the boxes replaced and installed correctly, is there
an easier fix? Maybe switch plates with deeper lips that would flush
against the wall? I have yet to fund these.


Mulberry makes deep wall plates for this problem. They have a 9/16" version
and a 3/8" version. You will most likely have to order these through an
electrical supply company. I've never seen these as a stock item. Go to a
supply company and ask to see their Mulberry Catalog Section "A".

A one gang toggle 3/8" white is Mulberry #86821. A one gang duplex
receptacle 3/8" white is #86822.