You will need to consider the appearance of your ceiling fan if it is installed on an exposed beam. There are many options for these fixtures. There are decorative boxes, paintable cord concealers and other options. You can consult the instructions of the manufacturer if you have any questions.
Cord Cover Raceway
There are many ways to install a ceiling fan onto an exposed beam. The easiest way is to use a pancake fan box, which has a joist bracket that runs through the center. Place the fan shaft over the box when installing it. Once the fan is installed, attach the fan blades to the fan.
The mounting nails that are attached at the box must be removed. If the box has a slot or cable clamp, take out the locknut and thread your cable through the hole. Next, insert the braced box into the hole in the ceiling. The shaft should touch the joist on either side, while the legs must rest on drywall. Finally, attach the U bolt to the brace with a pair of groove-jointpliers.
Paintable Cord Concealer
Paintable cord concealers are a great way to hide electrical wires in an exposed ceiling. This decorative covering can match the ceiling or wall color and blend seamlessly into the design. Crown moldings are used to hide ugly gaps between ceilings and walls. They also conceal electrical wires. You can cut the hard covers to the length of your wires.
To install a ceiling fan box on an open beam ceiling, you will need to cut a hole in it. The hole should be placed close to the resin plate, where the fan will go. The box is then placed into the hole, and the retaining tabs are turned with a screwdriver.
Boxes with decorative features
Exposed beams and ceilings are not uncommon in old buildings. They were used to build houses up until the 1800s, when lumber mills began to mass-produce wooden structures. People began covering their ceilings after this time. Today, houses are built with hidden ceilings.
Mounting a ceiling fan requires a bracket. An L-shaped bracket can be purchased and attached to the beam using either box bolts or wooden screws. You’ll need to make sure that the bottom edge of the bracket is flush with the ceiling. If your ceiling is not flat, you can also use a metal support bar between the ceiling joists.
Painting ceiling beams
Painting ceiling beams can be an intimidating project. Thankfully, there are simple steps you can take to make the project go smoothly. Prepare the tools that you will need to complete the project. These include a ladder, a paintbrush, painter’s tape, a bucket, and a roller. After you have your tools in place, paint the beams and let them dry.
When choosing a paint color, choose a hue that matches the rest of the room. A brighter ceiling will draw the eye upward and make the room appear taller. Similarly, a pale paint color for the ceiling will make the wooden joists less visible.
Foam beams with high density
Polyurethane beams are made from high-density foam. These products are lighter than wood and easier to install, but still look structural and realistic. Choosing an appropriate size for the size of your ceiling is critical. A beam measuring four by six on a ceiling 20 feet high will not look right. A beam 12×15 or larger should be used.
HDF beams can be used for interior ceilings and are a cost-effective option to real wood. Moreover, HDF products come in a variety of stains and textures, making them look like the real thing.
