Dryerbox RB-500 Metal Retro-Fit Receptacle to House Dryers Flex Hose, White

Dryerbox RB-500 Metal Retro-Fit Receptacle to House Dryers Flex Hose, White

• Installs in existing drywalled wall, not for new construction
• There are two retrofit versions, please read the description carefully
• Design favors upward exhaust direction. Eliminates a potential fire hazard and made in the USA.
• Yields 2 sq. feet of living area by moving both appliances back 5". Save money and energy by increasing the dryer's efficiency.
• White powder coat over 22 ga. aluminized steel. Reclaim several inches of clearance.

In-O-Vate Dryer Products, manufactures of the original metal Dryerbox offers a retro-fit version designed to be installed in existing drywalled walls. If conditions are right, installation can be achieved with no drywall repair work. A great invention to reclaim several inches of clearance for both washer and dryer. To be clear, these two versions are not for new construction (walls with no drywall). These are for retrofitting into an already drywalled wall. For new construction, the Model 425 and 350 favor upward direction of air flow, and the Models 4D and 3D favor a downward direction of airflow. The new Model 480 Dryerbox, also for new construction can be mounted in either direction (up or down) and can be used for dryers on a pedestal or not on a pedestal. Find all of these on Amazon. Two Retro-Fit Models. Manufacturer recommends determination of wall depth prior to ordering. Although many interior walls in typical construction are framed in 2x4 lumber, the busy wall behind the washer, dryer and laundry sink is typically deeper allowing room for all the plumbing, electrical and the dryers exhaust. If more than 3.5" exist, the deeper Model 500 has advantages; providing more depth (more storage) and a round port or hole (more efficient). How to determine wall depth. To determine the framing depth of the wall, a long sharp object like a screw driver or knife can be pushed through the wall next to the dryer exhaust penetration or the washing machine connection box. The deeper Model 500 requires 4.25" or more of stud depth.These are white powder coated and do not need to be painted. Included are two 8x1" stainless steel screws along with a metal shoehorn like tool to assist in steering the pipe into the port.