Abstract: According to one aspect, a recessed fixture enclosure includes a rigid frame member having a peripheral flange and adapted for securement to a structural member. A flexible outer covering is secured to the peripheral flange and has a central portion extending away from the frame member to define a receiving cavity. At least one support member extends along the outer covering between portions of the peripheral flange.

Abstract: An enclosure for use in conjunction with a recessed ceiling fixture is provided which includes a substantially rectangular housing defining a top wall and side walls constructed from a single piece of fire-resistant gypsum wallboard. The housing is fastened to continuous stamped metal support flange depend inwardly from bottom edges of side walls of the housing to facilitate mounting of the housing between spaced apart building joists. The recessed fixture is mounted to the interior of the support flange after installation of the housing between the building joists.