Just installed a couple in the kitchen ceiling. I done most of the work
from 1st floor. While I have the floorboards up should I create a
fireproof box/surround/enclosure (plasterboard), I am just thinking
this would be a weak point in the event of a fire (me thinks)

Thoughts.

What is the rest of the ceiling made of and what is the panel made of. To be
honest I bet nobody else would think of this issue, aiming for no fires!
Brian

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Just installed a couple in the kitchen ceiling. I done most of the work
from 1st floor. While I have the floorboards up should I create a
fireproof box/surround/enclosure (plasterboard), I am just thinking this
would be a weak point in the event of a fire (me thinks)

Thoughts.

On 19/11/2016 17:55, Brian Gaff wrote:
What is the rest of the ceiling made of and what is the panel made of. To be
honest I bet nobody else would think of this issue, aiming for no fires!
Brian

Ceiling is plasterboard, the LED is aluminium casing.
When turned on and viewed above there are tiny chinks of light get
through hence my thinking potential fire hazard smoke etc.

On Saturday, 19 November 2016 17:14:15 UTC, ss wrote:
Just installed a couple in the kitchen ceiling. I done most of the work
from 1st floor. While I have the floorboards up should I create a
fireproof box/surround/enclosure (plasterboard), I am just thinking
this would be a weak point in the event of a fire (me thinks)

Ceilings in a 2-storey house aren't usually considered to be separating fire compartments, but this is a kitchen with an increased risk.

Personally I would plasterboard around, if reasonably practicable to do so. As well as smoke and fire protection it will help stop condensation and cooking smells penetrating the floor void.

Owain

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On Saturday, 19 November 2016 17:14:15 UTC, ss wrote:
Just installed a couple in the kitchen ceiling. I done most of the work
from 1st floor. While I have the floorboards up should I create a
fireproof box/surround/enclosure (plasterboard), I am just thinking
this would be a weak point in the event of a fire (me thinks)

Ceilings in a 2-storey house aren't usually considered to be separating fire compartments, but this is a kitchen with an increased risk.

Personally I would plasterboard around, if reasonably practicable to do so. As well as smoke and fire protection it will help stop condensation and cooking smells penetrating the floor void.

The LED light may require the space behind for ventilation.
Enclosing it may shorten life.
Check instructions.

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On 19/11/2016 21:05, Andrew Gabriel wrote:
The LED light may require the space behind for ventilation.
Enclosing it may shorten life.
Check instructions.

No instructions either way.