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jnealon

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Hi,

Joists are always the problem...

Make sure you follow the manufacturers recs about air spaces and distance from joists.

I always try to leave a good 2" gap from a joist and if I need to be closer for the pattern, I fit a heatshield.

I know the 11W versions run cool but some future occupier could easily stick a 50W in instead.

Also, check out if your ceiling is fire rated. If it is you will need to fit fire rated downlights or install smoke hoods.

Have fun..

Ian

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Thanks for the tips but I've pumped too much money in to renovating and extending this place to move. I have plenty of air space around the fittings. The ceilings are also slabbed with fire board.

getting back on topic, any suggestions on layout as I still haven't drilled them out yet

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Thanks for the tips but I've pumped too much money in to renovating and extending this place to move. I have plenty of air space around the fittings. The ceilings are also slabbed with fire board.

getting back on topic, any suggestions on layout as I still haven't drilled them out yet

JPs 1st option looks better, more symmetrical. And you get to use the spots

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