Ceiling Fan Downrod Length

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Ceiling fan downrod length. This should prevent accidents and prevent the ceiling fan from being a safety hazard. Ceiling height in feet minus 9 includes the fan height downrod length for example if your ceiling is 12 high you will need a 3 downrod to ensure the fan is positioned at the proper height. To hang a fan at the appropriate height in a room with a ceiling nine feet high or higher a ceiling fan that uses a downrod is the right fit. Remember to always choose a fan downrod that is compatible with your ceiling fan.

A ceiling fan downrod connects the ceiling fan body to the mounting hardware on your ceiling to ensure secure efficient and wobble free performance. And this 2 foot pole is perfect. If you re unsure of what length you need please refer to our ceiling fan buying guide. Our unique downrod is made with the highest quality materials and craftsmanship and its 2 symmetric lock system provides better durability and safety than other 1 lock system downrods.

If you are looking to install a ceiling fan in a room with high ceilings you ll need some extra downrods to lower your ceiling fan for optimal air circulation. You can also refer to the downrod length chart below for additional guidance in selecting the right measurement. If you know you ll only be using your ceiling fan for summer use choosing downrod length is easy. For an 11 foot ceiling we recommend an 18 inch downrod and this will have your blades 8 feet off the ground.

If your fan includes a 6 inch downrod we recommend it on a 9 foot ceiling. Average high ceilings. Most fan bodies including mounting hardware are 8 to 12 inches. However some manufacturers will include a 6 inch downrod.

For example if your ceiling is 12 feet high and your ceiling fan is 12 inches in height you will need a 24 inch downrod to mount the ceiling fan between eight and nine feet above the floor. Ceiling height ceiling fan height desired ceiling fan hanging height downrod length as for figuring out the ideal ceiling fan hanging height a safe number is between 7 to 9 feet above the floor. One that attaches directly to the ceiling and is often called a hugger fan. A downrod ranges from 3 to 72 inches in length and is what suspends the fan from the canopy.

In unique spaces like those with vaulted. Adjust your ceiling fan to the perfect height adjust your ceiling fan to the perfect height for maximum cooling with this 18 in. You will want your new ceiling fan to hang between 8 and 9 above the floor regardless of ceiling height. Hunter fans are compatible with single threaded downrods while hunter original fans require a double threaded downrod.

This downrod a 12 inch downrod is perfect for a 10 foot ceiling.