Interior · Fixtures

Ceiling Fan Blade Clearance

Minimum height of ceiling fan blades above the finished floor.

2135 mm / 7 ft min

Description

Blade height must clear the tallest expected occupant with arms raised, and is especially important in rooms with lower ceilings.

Sources

  • Manufacturer installation guidelines

Tags

Values

Minimum blade heightMinimum
2135 mm7 ft
Comfortable blade heightRecommended
2285–2440 mm7.5–8 ft