Larger than 'normal' diameter downlights....with suitable IP

[TheGayOwl]

Hi Folks,

I have been looking (fruitlessly) for a couple of white recessed spots suitable for a bathroom. They are replacing old tiltable ones which are not suited to the location. Both will be in Zone 2 above the bath.

The problem I have is the current (not that type of current!) cutout (not that type of cut out!) in the PB ceiling is approx. 88mm diameter. Most fittings are about the same and hence no overlap. I know you can get the adaptor plates/bezels but these dont seem to be available for IP rated fittings. Have tried Edmondsons, WF, Electricfix, TLC, Etc all to no avail.

Does any knowledgeable helpful sort know whether such a product exists....

Thank you.

 

[ban-all-sheds]

Make the holes larger and install something like these:



Don't forget that all the issues of sealing the holes and reinstating insulation with enough clearance etc applies to anything where you cut a hole in the bathroom ceiling, not just with MR16 type lights.

• http://www.nhbc.co.uk/NHBCPublicati...ical/StandardsExtra/filedownload,16553,en.pdf
  
  
• Pre-formed cap to seal downlights: http://www.aico.co.uk/downlights-in-loft-space-what-to-fit.html (It's NOT a firehood....)
  
  
• IET article on installing downlighters safely

 

[sparkybird]

How about these? Cutout is 90mm

I've fitted them and the light output is excellent

http://www.mr-resistor.co.uk/item.aspx?&g=10&t=518&r=829&i=7523

 

[TheGayOwl]

Thanks BAS and SB,

Sorry for delay in response, very hectic pasy week!

Think I am gonna insert small 'polo mint' type rings of PB and try with 'normal' IP downlighters.

I am a bit quiet with work this week so will enjoy the challenge! Famous last words and all that!

Thans again.