Ceiling fans--where to mount them

A fan's location is usually in the center of a room, where it will have the greatest effect. Blade tips must be at least 2 feet from walls or sloped ceilings. They may be either mounted flush or suspended from a downrod. They must never be mounted lower than 7 feet from the floor.

Strong support is required for all ceiling fans. Their heavy weight and centrifugal motion strains hangers (they must not be mounted to conventional ceiling light-fixture boxes). Some types mount directly to a ceiling box that has been screwed to the wooden ceiling framing; others utilize hooks, metal crossbars or special hangers.

BUYING GUIDE FOR CEILING FANS

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