My breaker box is built into the wall. I can put my existing door on the outside, but that doesn't seem ideal as it leaves a gap. Is there a cover that will fit inside this? If so, what is it called? Tried many searches, but either they don't exist or I'm not using the correct term.
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You can not have an open space but you can modify the dead front (the cover that screws to the front that seals and holds the breakers in place. These covers normally are wider to hide the edge of the box and the edge of the Sheetrock. The cover can be cut down to the size of the box. With the cover / dead face on the box is closed and meets code. At this point to cover the hole a picture can be framed and put on a hinge or Velcro. In doing similar the only issue inspectors have had is where is the main disconnect? One owner blew up a photo of a new panel and that worked for that inspector another inspector wanted a label above the frame stating main disconnect inside. I have done this where the inspector did not comment on the “cabinet” door covering the panel. If your main disconnect is outside you can cover it but it needs to be accessible.