I WANT TO ADD 6 POTLIGHTS IN ATTIC CELING WHERE IT IS INSULATED .I HAVE POTLIGHT BOXES AND LIGHTS MY QUESTION IS THE VAPOR BARRIER DO YOU JUST LAY IT OVER THE BOX AND SECURE IT TO THR EXISTING BARRIER WITH TAPE AND ADHESIVE
2007-10-08 09:36:29 · 5 answers · asked by hallsc@rogers.com 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
CAREFUL THERE!!!
Your "Potlights" have to be UL listed for
installation in contact with insulation, or you
can start a merry little fire with them.
Unless they are so listed, they must be kept
well clear of the insulation, especially as some
of those vapor barriers are flammable.
2007-10-08 15:53:11 · answer #1 · answered by Irv S 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
When you install them, Make sure that there is no paper from the insulation against the cans. The cans should be "IC" rated, which means they can be in contact with insulation. Also look and see if they are State of Washington approved. The State of Washington has guidelines regarding the air infiltration. Recessed cans, pot light cans or high tops can be big energy wasters. This will basically keep your vapor barrier intact. I would not recommend having any plastic or tape and especially not paper as these lights get hot. I hope you have experience with electrical or maybe leave it up to the pros.
2007-10-08 16:03:25 · answer #2 · answered by Jim P 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
individually i does not greater wholesome recess lights as they could desire to be vented into the roof hollow area and thats a source of warmth loss.I rather have lived in a house with recess lights and it grow to be very puzzling to maintain heat interior the iciness.
2016-12-14 11:22:21 · answer #3 · answered by mcintire 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Give us your address.. and I'm sure 15 out of 100 people here will call the local authorities ..lol
2007-10-08 12:01:09 · answer #4 · answered by pcbeachrat 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
WHY ARE YOU YELLING?
2007-10-08 10:04:21 · answer #5 · answered by Hex92 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋