In the attic were the box is, it is secured (the box) by a skinny metal rod that runs between the studs. This house was built in 1950. Is it possible that the skinny meatl rod is strong enough to hold the fans weight, or was it meant for just the weight of a light?I am putting a ceiling fan in place of a light, I need advice on support.?
It was meant just for the light. You can replace the box and rod with one made for ceiling fans for a very reasonable price. It is called a fan rated box. Get one that has a rod like yours but heavier.I am putting a ceiling fan in place of a light, I need advice on support.?
they make a rod that comes with a fan rated box. sells at home depot for about $13. Just did mine in the living room with this kit. Very easy to use. just put it in the hole in the ceiling and twist the rod untill it is tight between the studs in the ceiling attach the box and your set to hang the fan.
The Rod is not enough. get a 2x4, cut it to fit between the joists and screw it in. Screw the existing box to this and that should be enough.
Different fanufacturers have different mounting instructions. Check these before going ahead as it may require some adjustments.
It cannot support a fan remove it and replace it with the support made for that purpose. It can be purchased at any home supply It just fishes up through the same hole and adjusts across the ceiling joists.
Your ceiling fan should come with a weight support brackett that the actual fan hangs from. If not you should be able to purchase one at a hardware.
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