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Of course but I wanted to understand whether I was right/wrong/clarify before approaching him. I wasn’t going behind his back, just wanted to be more sure of my concerns before speaking/confronting him.
 
It’s fine to ask. You just wanted a second opinion. You got third, fourth, twelfth all at once.

What sort of downlights use those brackets? I presume they get buried in plaster then the light is fitted after decoration?
Do plasterers like these things? How easy is it for them compared to just a hole to spread around?
I measure where any obstruction is, and drill a clean hole afterwards avoiding any joists.
 
It’s fine to ask. You just wanted a second opinion. You got third, fourth, twelfth all at once.

What sort of downlights use those brackets? I presume they get buried in plaster then the light is fitted after decoration?
Do plasterers like these things? How easy is it for them compared to just a hole to spread around?
I measure where any obstruction is, and drill a clean hole afterwards avoiding any joists.

Top tip I was taught once: drill pilot hole first, stick a wire coat hanger up and spin 360 degrees to final check for joists :)
 
It’s fine to ask. You just wanted a second opinion. You got third, fourth, twelfth all at once.

What sort of downlights use those brackets? I presume they get buried in plaster then the light is fitted after decoration?
Do plasterers like these things? How easy is it for them compared to just a hole to spread around?
I measure where any obstruction is, and drill a clean hole afterwards avoiding any joists.


Yes they are plaster over lights. I am told (by the lighting shop) that plasters love them especially as the lip gives them a guide as to thickness of skim.
 
This is your third thread. This one a vehicle charging point and a patio heater. Why are you not consulting your electrician?
 

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