2006-09-25 01:46:51 · 4 answers · asked by Gregory K 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Do It Yourself (DIY)
No, it doesn't have to be in the center of the brace.
When the brace is positioned correctly if will look like it is dividing the fixture hole in half.
In order to mount your ceiling fan you will need to make sure the electrical box you are using can support the weight of the fan. Before the fan is mounted attach the electrical box to the brace and center it in the light fixture hole. From this point refer to the manufacturer's instructions for installing the fan.
If you don't have a brace already I recommend getting the "Super Brace" from Lowe's. I don't remember the brand, but it comes in a yellow box and is roughly $15. You might also want to get some 12 or 14 gauge wire nuts, 12 or 14 gauge wire (2 feet...just in case) and some blue formula Permatex Loctite to use on the various screws provided with the fan...keeps the screws from vibrating loose. The extra wire and wire nuts are just in case you need extra material.
2006-09-25 02:22:13 · answer #1 · answered by ModelFlyerChick 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The best answer I can give is to attach a 2X6 between 2 ceiling joists, attach the fan according to instalation instructions.
2006-09-25 02:03:50 · answer #2 · answered by obac777 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
set up a couple of parrelel supports in between two ceiling joists , and support the fan in the moddle .
use rubber shock absorbers beneath the mounts
2006-09-25 01:51:44 · answer #3 · answered by kevin d 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No...It doesn't have to be in the CENTER of the brace....anywhere along that brace will be fine.
2006-09-25 02:11:47 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋