Camouflaging Switch Plates: Remove & Prep Switch Plate & Cover

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Summary: Remember to turn off the electricity before removing the switch plate and outlet cover. Learn how to camouflage switch plates in this free home decor video.

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By Dawn Blakeney
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Dawn Blakeney specialized in interior design before it was even recognized as a profession. Her favorite part, the detail work, is simply overlooked by most homeowners. Over her years...read more

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"In this clip we're going to remove the switch plate cover and begin preparation for the faux finish. The first step in this project is removing the switch plate cover and switch plate outlet. As with any electrical project be sure that you've turned off the electricity first. Now that you've removed the outlet and switch plate cover from the wall, we're going to need to clean it really well with some rubbing, clean rubbing alcohol. You want to be sure that you get a good cleaning of the switch plate cover and the screws that go into the wall, as well as the outlet, so that the paint will adhere properly. Now that it's clean it's, we're ready to move on to the next step."

eHow Article: Camouflaging Switch Plates: Remove & Prep Switch Plate & Cover