Fire Hood Advice

[chrisgc]

Hi

I am installing some ip rated downlights in a shower/bathroom.

The void abouve the ceiling has loft insulation.

Do i need to just clear the surrounding insulation of each light OR do I need to place fire hoods over each light?

Chris

 

[telectrix]

fire hoods not necessary unless separate occupancy above. clear at least 6" around each fitting.suggest hear resist. flex for connection to fittings.

 

[IQ Electrical]

Agreed, if there is a separate accomodation area above then this is a fire compartment and you would breach it.

As it is, a traditional house is 1 compartment due to the big hole between floors known as the stairs so no obligation to fit fire-rated or fire hoods however the choice is yours.