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Mastic tape to seal the housing to the sheetrock?

11 years ago

My contractor installed 12 CREE CR6 recessed lights. He did not seal the housing to the sheetrock. Is it necessary to do that with mastic tape?

Thank you very much.

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David
11 years ago
Not really necessary, although some have put a bead of caulk around the circumference.
Assuming a title 24 style installation
The housing would typically be in direct contact with insulation (in CA).
The tape adhesive degrades over time anyway..
janesylvia
Original Author
11 years ago
Thank you very much, David.

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