suspended ceiling - Part E regs

[bmxer]

Well hello, new around here so be gentle, you lot are seem to be at each other like starving dogs.

Can anyone tell me when putting up a plasterboard ceiling below a beam and block first floor whether i can errect a wooden studding to take the boards or whether i should use a metal system? then do i have to insulate in order to make the Part E regs? If so what does one do to avoid spotlights contacting with the insulation above the plasterboard?

 

[breezer]

i alaways thought most people put studd work up first as for the fibre glass / lights, dont put any where the lights will be.

 

[masona]

Couple of question,not sure if I'm reading the question right,

Are you talking about suspended ceiling type or are you trying to lower the ceiling ?

And how big is the room ?

 

[craftsman]

It all depends on wether it is a domestic/comercial dwelling.Try contacting your local planning office.
You could use both systems wood/steel.My preference is steel, being faster and cheaper.
A block and beam ceiling shouldnt require insulation, but would add extra sound barrier, as for the down lighters use a quality transformer.If using insulation dont insulate over any downlighters just to be on the safe side.
Good luck!