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The makeover of my humble abode, Sharing my renovation journey
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a.n.d.y
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 May 2 2014, 01:17 PM
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QUOTE(S'aimer @ May 2 2014, 12:46 PM) The alpha fan can be fixed to the plaster ceiling or not? Well I am having a headache looking at the costs even more.  I think going to burst budget by another 5-10% more I think all fans requires the hook to be plugged into the concrete ceiling and hung down through your plaster ceiling... Plaster ceilings are very weak...u can even punch through with your fist...never ever recommended to hand your ceiling fan unless u wana see real life Fruit Ninja  |
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a.n.d.y
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May 2 2014, 02:14 PM
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QUOTE(maxxon @ May 2 2014, 02:09 PM) If not mistaken, normal fan hook can just be installed on the metal support structure which hold the plaster ceiling board. (You may want to double check with the plaster ceiling guy or electrician on this). For the Alpha fan, it's not using normal fan hook but it comes with a big U bracket. Just show your electrician and plaster ceiling guy the bracket, they know what is the support structure to be installed, of course to be hidden and covered by plaster board. hhmm..the metal support I've seen for plaster ceiling is just an aluminium strip screwed (using a 2 inch screw) into the concrete ceiling...and the plaster boards are supported with alot of these aluminium strips... I doubt it will be able to support the fan...especially those shaking ones...hehehe Or there are new methods I do not know of....  |
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a.n.d.y
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May 2 2014, 02:44 PM
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QUOTE(maxxon @ May 2 2014, 02:26 PM) I checked with my husband who is very sure that the fan hook is just installs on the metal structure, but the area with fan will be enhanced with stronger support structure compared to other area without a ceiling fan. You got to tell your contractor in advance if you have heavy pendant light or chandelier, they got to add strength to the inner metal structure as well. My contractor did that for one of my pendant light. Ah...thats good to know it can be done with stronger support in advance  Thanks for sharing the info! |
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a.n.d.y
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May 2 2014, 02:51 PM
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QUOTE(cstkl1 @ May 2 2014, 02:44 PM) maxxonOdd question. ID asked me whether i want a fan in the porch... Is that normal?? Only thing i told him is put a double switching thing sockets. one lower at most normal heights and the other nearer to the front of the porch second cause hmm made me realize everytime have "Jamuan" etc.. need that socket for fans/light for canopy. Hi cstkl1, Though your question wasn't directed at me..anyway..its common to have a fan in the porch..especially if you have a sitting area. Only concern is make sure the fan does not overlap your existing lights...else the rotating shadows will make u pening. As for the sockets...its always nice to have extra...and make sure it has the weather covers if its prone to rain..and also have another point to control that socket from the inside...so you can turn it off when not in use as a precaution. Hope these helps.. |
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