Hi guys,
Currently designing my own timber frame extension and have started to think about the running of the electric cables.
I've read previous similar threads and the one below seems to be very similar to the issue that I have:
https://www.diynot.com/diy/threads/first-fix-in-a-timber-frame-wall.145904/
This thread seems to imply that recessing the cables into the insulation is acceptable and then plasterboarding over the top. Seems to imply that the cable would need to either be tight to the plasterboard or in a conduit.
Would it be preferable to use insulation with plasterboard over the top, or would insulated plasterboard be just as good an option. I want my design to work for the electrician without late changes, so that everything goes smoothly on site.
Also, it's a kitchen so I am thinking that all cables will generally run horizontally between sockets just above worktop height. Does this work for safe zones etc?
Cheers!
Currently designing my own timber frame extension and have started to think about the running of the electric cables.
I've read previous similar threads and the one below seems to be very similar to the issue that I have:
https://www.diynot.com/diy/threads/first-fix-in-a-timber-frame-wall.145904/
This thread seems to imply that recessing the cables into the insulation is acceptable and then plasterboarding over the top. Seems to imply that the cable would need to either be tight to the plasterboard or in a conduit.
Would it be preferable to use insulation with plasterboard over the top, or would insulated plasterboard be just as good an option. I want my design to work for the electrician without late changes, so that everything goes smoothly on site.
Also, it's a kitchen so I am thinking that all cables will generally run horizontally between sockets just above worktop height. Does this work for safe zones etc?
Cheers!