I want to replace a huge chandelier with a ceiling fan. I have a narrow beam that is holding up the chandelier, do I need a bigger support beam to hold the fan up? The fan weighs a couple more pounds than the chandelier. I have 116 year old plaster ceilings that i don't want to damage, any suggestions?
2006-12-10 10:47:47 · 7 answers · asked by jamaalwilson@sbcglobal.net 2 in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
if the beam runs the entire length of the room it will easily carry the weight of the fan.
2006-12-10 10:49:52 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The weight may not have any bearing on the "narrow beam". The stress of the running fan, may.
I think you should, if you can, determine how well the beam is anchored, which should be tied between two overhead joists. If the beam is at least a 2 X 2 and well anchored, it may suffice. I wouldn't trust a 1" X
If it is anchored with nails, those may or may not do. You might consider screws, but pre-drill holes to do that. Old nails can be cut out.
If the beam appears too weak and you have room to work, it could be cut out and a 2 X 4 put in it's place, with screws.
All this is moot, if you can access from the attic. You could then add a support to the old beam or replace it.
2006-12-10 19:05:32 · answer #2 · answered by ed 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need to make sure you have a ceiling fan box in the attic to hold the weight. Another reason is the fan moves a lot, that is why you need a special box for the ceiling fan. They are not very high. And worth the money.
2006-12-10 22:38:44 · answer #3 · answered by whirlwind 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I used to have a magazine-size book published by the Stanley tool company that tells you exactly how to install a ceiling fan, and explains everything you need to know about other projects. Study the book and you can be a professional electrician. I don't know where the book is now, but it will turn up sooner or later. I bought it at Home Depot, and I'm sure you could get it from amazon.com.
2006-12-10 19:04:43 · answer #4 · answered by Mike D. 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
just add the bracket that spans over to the next cieling joist and hook it up. it will carry the weight. I have plaster as well and thats all I did to get mine up instead of not having a lighht or having a small light in my rooms.
2006-12-10 18:49:48 · answer #5 · answered by Biker 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
DONT DO IT!.....ok well only if u have to
but they're sooo cool!...the chandliers..not the fans...well ok the fan is probably actually COOL but
hmmmmmmmmm...
2006-12-10 18:50:40 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
the beam should work, if it isnt an old, rotting wood one.
2006-12-10 18:49:20 · answer #7 · answered by your pal 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋