Mount A Ceiling Fan Box

If the fan is going to be located in a spot where there is no joist then it needs to be held in place through a 2 by 6 cross brace.

Mount a ceiling fan box.

Make sure the ball is positioned properly and the tab on the mounting bracket ceiling plate aligns with the slot on the ball. Free delivery with 45 order. New work ceiling fan rated vapor seal model r9351 nkfrv 8 95 8 95. Free delivery with 45 order.

Set your store to see local availability add to cart. How to install a ceiling fan mounting bracket family handyman updated. The fan is heavier than a regular ceiling light and there is a lot of torque on the mounting screws as the fan spins. With some downrod fans place the hanger ball into the mounting bracket ceiling plate.

New work ceiling fan rated vapor seal model r9351 nkfrv 8 95 8 95. They are usually round but may be octagonal. Raco 1 gang gray metal interior new work old work standard ceiling fan ceiling electrical box. Most building codes require ceiling fans to be mounted on special fan rated boxes which are made of metal or strong plastic and have deep threaded holes for the mounting screws.

If you re going to paint the medallion do it before installing the ceiling plate. Direct mount fixture fan ceiling box model s116fan 6 93 6 93. Ceiling fan boxes must be ul listed for ceiling fan mounting and marked for use with. If the mounting bracket ceiling plate has a hook to support the fan for wiring hang the fan on the hook.

For pricing and availability. Assemble the fan components. Ceiling fan boxes come in several different types and sizes including 1 2 inch deep pancake versions and standard 2 1 8 inch deep boxes. 20 2019 the family handyman senior editor gary wentz will show you how to remove an old light and install a ceiling fan mounting bracket so you can properly install a new ceiling fan.

Ceiling boxes in older homes may not have special fan boxes. Mount the ceiling plate. Attach the ceiling plate to the box with two 1 1 2 inch long 10 32 machine screws. Direct mount fixture fan ceiling box model s116fan 6 93 6 93.

Set your store to see local availability add to cart. Hold the fan s metal ceiling plate up to the pancake box and pull the wires through its center hole. The box must be mounted firmly either by attaching it directly to a framing member or by using a fan rated brace.