So the insulation must stay otherwise you are using the product inconsistent with its labeling or instructions voiding its ul listing by altering it all of which is a codevio.
Ceiling mount light fixture insulation.
The insulation is simply that insulation to help reduce drafts around the electrical box light fixture.
Even so an enclosed fixture tends to build up a lot of heat especially with incandescent bulbs.
Up in the attic clean the ceiling surface around each fixture slit the cover to accommodate the electrical cable and place the cover over the fixture.
Now it will be safe to heap insulation onto that spot.
You can affix the foil to the insulation with an adhesive that can handle the heat some possibilities are dap auto marine sealant which can withstand temperatures up to 400 f and most if not all of the ge silicone products will do the same just read the label.
Even for a higher wattage bulb than should have been in there fiberglass insulation doesn t burn until well over 1000 degrees.
Here s how to mount that new fixture correctly and safely using professional installation techniques.
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The purpose of the foil and insulation is to reflect heat and light down away from the fixture and the wiring.
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Thermafiber fixtureshield maintains ul fire ratings for ceiling.
Even if you ve never tackled an electrical project before you can install a ceiling fixture by following the diy advice and photos in this story.
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The cfls overheated because they were in a confined closed fixture the insulation had nothing to do with it.
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Apply the sealant around the cable and along the edge of the cover where it rests on the ceiling.