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    norman23xena Posts: 1, Reputation: 1
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    Oct 25, 2012, 04:24 PM
    Can romex wire be staple to wall of log home
    Can romex wire run from wall plug to light switch and then to light attaced by staples to interior face of logs of a log home.
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    Oct 25, 2012, 05:27 PM
    NO, Dangerous and illegal.
    Romex is not approved for use exposed like that. Use Wiremold products type surface raceway

    Wiremold Cable Raceway | Steel, Wall & Floor Cable Management | by Legrand
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    Oct 25, 2012, 06:32 PM
    Well, romex is explicitly allowed to be run exposed, but it cannot be run where exposed to physical damage.
    Exposed down low on the interior of a log home would definitely be considered exposed to damage.
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