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When installing recessed lighting within a ceiling are there any precautions required if there is already insulation between the joists?

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When installing recessed lighting within a ceiling are there any precautions required if there is already insulation between the joists?

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Never cover any light fitting which penetrates the ceiling such as recessed spotlights and downlighters with insulation; otherwise serious overheating may occur! Keep insulation 75mm away from recessed lighting. Fit a light guardA physical guard as illustrated is required to keep recessed light fittings free from insulation.