Painting the internal electrical box—the container recessed within the wall that houses the wiring connections—is strongly advised against and prohibited by electrical codes. Painting over outdated or worn electrical panel covers can modernize their appearance without the cost of full replacement. However, there are certain. Painting the box can be risky if done wrong. This helps prevent fires caused by heat. One automotive parts manufacturer learned this the hard way when a “low-cost” painter used standard house paint on their. If your city has a program, you'll be able to find the application online. The good news is anyone can apply! So if you want to paint a utility box, here are 10 steps that will get you from clueless to complete utility box painting! For this blog, I'll be using the city of Vista's utility box.