A 12-inch ceiling fan downrod in matte black steel for lowering a fan to the right height in bedrooms, living rooms, and other standard-ceiling spaces.
This downrod is part of Millennium Lighting's Ceiling Fan Downrods collection, built to help you fit a ceiling fan to your room instead of settling for the short stub that ships in the box. The matte black finish has a flat, low-sheen look that pairs well with modern and industrial fan bodies, and the steel construction keeps the rod rigid so the fan spins without wobble.
Best for
- Bedrooms and living rooms with ceilings around 9-10 ft where the fan needs to drop closer to the seating area
- Dining rooms and kitchens where a fan is mounted over a table or island and needs more clearance
- Replacing a missing or bent downrod on an existing matte black fan
- Sloped ceilings - this downrod is slope compatible when paired with the correct canopy
Not ideal for
- Very high or vaulted ceilings where a 12-inch drop is not enough - you will need a longer downrod
- Fans with a non-standard or proprietary mounting system that does not accept a 0.5-inch diameter downrod
- Outdoor or wet-exposed locations - this rod is damp rated, not wet rated
Style and finish
Matte black is a modern, low-gloss finish that reads clean and architectural. It suits industrial, modern farmhouse, and contemporary fan designs and blends into darker ceiling paint. The linear steel rod is simple and unobtrusive, so it disappears into the ceiling rather than drawing attention.
Materials and care
Constructed from steel with a matte black finish. Wipe with a soft dry cloth to remove dust; avoid abrasive cleaners or solvents that can dull the finish. Care instructions not specified by manufacturer beyond routine dusting.
Sizing and fit
Overall dimensions are 12 in long x 0.5 in wide x 0.5 in high, with a 0.5-inch diameter that fits standard fan downrod couplers. Item weight is approximately 0.418 lbs. Use this 12-inch rod when you need to lower a fan roughly a foot below the ceiling - a common choice for 9-10 ft ceilings in bedrooms, living rooms, dining rooms, and kitchens.
Specifications
- Part of the Ceiling Fan Downrods Collection
- Finish: Matte Black
- Material: Steel
- Style: Traditional
- Shape: Linear
- Slope Compatible: Yes
- Location Rating: Damp
- Downrod Included: Yes
- Hardware Included: Yes
- Overall Dimensions: 12 in L x 0.5 in W x 0.5 in H
- Downrod Dimensions: 12 in L x 0.5 in W
- Item Weight: 0.418 lbs
- Warranty: 1-year limited manufacturer's warranty
- Proposition 65 Required: Yes
- CA Prop 65 Warning: CALIFORNIA WARNING: Can expose you to lead and lead compounds, a carcinogen and reproductive toxicant. www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
- PFAS Compliant: Yes
Frequently asked
What is it made of? Steel with a matte black finish.
Where in the home does this work best? Bedrooms, living rooms, dining rooms, and kitchens - anywhere a ceiling fan needs to hang lower than the ceiling.
How is it mounted or assembled? It threads into the fan's downrod coupler and the canopy mounts to the ceiling. Hardware is included.
What's the warranty? 1-year limited manufacturer's warranty.
Will this fit my fan? It has a 0.5-inch diameter, which fits standard fan downrod couplers. Check your fan's manual if you are unsure.
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