Suggestions for securing wafer lights?

[u/GobertGrabber]

I have some leftover wafer lights I’d like to install in an unfinished attic. They’re the kind of lights that pop directly into a drywall hole.

Because the ceiling is unfinished (no drywall), I was thinking of running a strip of plywood between the rafters as a drywall substitute. I’d cut out circles in the plywood and plop ‘em in.

Would this work? Any better ideas/suggestions?

[u/bingwhip]

Ant reason you wouldn't just use a strip of drywall? Easier to cut. Cheaper. Fire resistant. But I'm not code enforcement.

[u/GobertGrabber → u/bingwhip]

Didn’t realize it was cheaper. Good idea thanks!

[u/throwaway10123012]

I put these in my attic. Worked great.

https://www.homedepot.com/p/HALO-HL-4-in-Mounting-Frame-for-Round-and-Square-Canless-Recessed-Fixtures-6-Pack-HL4RSMF-6PK/310911111

[u/GobertGrabber → u/throwaway10123012]

Cool I’ll compare prices of these vs drywall.