I want to add a ceiling fan in the kitchen...?

Question

The only problem with this is that the beam that runs the wiring in the middle of the kitchen is about 2-3 in. in width!!! The fan could probable fall!!! Any suggestions out there?

Answer 1

those 2-3in beams support your entire home.dont worry

Answer 2

just put a smaller fan up there and you will be find. if you tank it wouldn,t hold then put braod beteewn 2 stud and then put the fan up it will hold then.

Answer 3

you could make a base that wraps around the beam a couple of inches out of a metal outlet box by cutting off opposite

sides

Answer 4

as long as its connected to a 2 x 4 or any size wooden member its fine for a ceiling fan.