We are considering using 4″ rececessed lights in the kitchen/bath soffits in order to avoid putting recessed lights in the ceiling and adding the potential air leaks.
This is new construction.
My question is, can we use both IC and non-IC lights in the soffit. The soffit will be totally sealed (front, back, top bottom) and no insullation in the soffit itself.
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Yep.
But keep in mind that (poorly constructed) soffits are one of the biggest causes of air leaks. The soffits need to be constructed AFTER the ceiling and wall rock is installed, and after rough wiring, so that there is a continuous seal above the soffits.
There's something I don't understand.
You say you are substituting soffit lights for ceiling lights. Can soffit lights really provide enough living space light to subsitute for ceiling pots?
Just install a few for specific task lighting in the kitchen and bath areas
Works like a charm.................
but don't forget side lites, some womens need that so their chin doesn't end up white.........................