I'm curious about what most people do when replacing a boob light with a ceiling fan. Do they typically replace the light fixture box with one that can handle more weight, or do they just use the existing box? What's the safe way to go about this?
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If you're worried about weight, consider opting for one of those newer LED light fans. They're often lighter thanks to acrylic diffusers instead of heavy glass, but they still light up the room nicely. Just make sure it doesn’t wobble when it’s spinning!
It really depends on the box that's currently there. If it's above something important like a bed, you might want to be extra cautious. Better to make sure it’s secure than to risk it falling.
Yep, you definitely want to swap out the existing electrical box for a fan-rated one. They have retrofit ceiling fan boxes that can fit through the same hole, so you won't even need to get into the attic, which makes it a breeze to install!