A 6-inch ceiling fan downrod in brushed nickel steel, designed to lower your fan slightly for better airflow in standard-height rooms.
This downrod from Millennium Lighting's Ceiling Fan Downrods Collection is the simple fix for a fan that sits too close to the ceiling. The brushed nickel finish has a soft, satin sheen that pairs well with modern and traditional fans alike, and the steel construction keeps it rigid and wobble-free. It's slope-compatible, so it works on angled ceilings too.
Best for
- Living rooms and bedrooms with 9-10 ft ceilings, where a short drop improves airflow without hanging the fan too low
- Dining rooms and kitchens where you want the fan at a comfortable, functional height
- Sloped ceilings - this downrod is rated slope compatible
- Replacing a missing or damaged short downrod on an existing fan
Not ideal for
- Very high or vaulted ceilings - a 6-inch downrod won't lower the fan enough for effective air movement
- Fans that require a specific proprietary downrod diameter - check your fan's compatibility before ordering
Style and finish
Brushed nickel is a neutral, slightly warm metallic finish with a satin texture that resists showing fingerprints. It blends easily with both contemporary and traditional fan designs and works with most ceiling and wall hardware.
Materials and care
Constructed from steel for strength and stability. Wipe clean with a soft, dry cloth. Avoid abrasive cleaners that could dull the brushed finish. Care instructions not specified by manufacturer beyond standard maintenance.
Sizing and fit
Overall dimensions: 6 in long x 0.5 in wide x 0.5 in high. Downrod dimensions: 6 in long x 0.5 in wide. Item weight: 0.209 lbs. This length is intended for standard 9-10 ft ceilings; always verify your fan's required downrod diameter and your ceiling height before installing.
Specifications
- Part of the Ceiling Fan Downrods Collection
- Finish: Brushed Nickel
- Material: Steel
- Style: Traditional
- Shape: Linear
- Slope Compatible: Yes
- Location Rating: Damp
- 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.
- Warranty: 1 year-limited manufacturer's warranty
- For Use in Bedroom: Yes
- For Use in Dining Rooms: Yes
- For Use in Kitchens: Yes
- For Use in Living Rooms: Yes
- Downrod Included: Yes
- Hardware Included: Yes
- Small Parcel: Small Parcel
- PFAS Compliant: Yes
Frequently asked
What is it made of? Steel with a brushed nickel finish.
Where in the home does this work best? Bedrooms, dining rooms, kitchens, and living rooms - anywhere a ceiling fan needs a slight drop for better airflow.
How is it mounted or assembled? It installs between the fan and the ceiling mount; hardware is included. Assembly required.
What's the warranty? 1 year-limited manufacturer's warranty.
Will this work on a sloped ceiling? Yes, it is slope compatible.
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