Fixture Support Systems

Ceiling Fan Brace Kit: Everything You Need for a Safe, Secure Install!

Let’s get real for a second. Most people don’t think twice when installing a ceiling fan or heavy light fixture. They assume the box up there is “good enough.” But here’s the truth, if it’s one of those so-called “bar boxes,” you’re playing with fire. Literally. Electrical fires. Falling ceiling fans. Broken joists. We’ve seen it all. And it all comes down to this: improper ceiling fan bracing.

That’s why we built something better, the EZ Brace by Fixture Support Systems. A fully code-compliant, no-nonsense ceiling fan brace kit that puts safety, structure, and peace of mind back into your ceiling.

Why It’s a Big Deal: The Real Danger Lurking Overhead

According to the National Electrical Code (NEC), electrical boxes shall be fastened to the structure using approved attachments. That word shall isn’t just a suggestion, it’s the NEC’s way of saying you absolutely have to do this. But guess what? That popular rotating spindle method used in the “bar box” setup? It’s completely non-compliant. It doesn’t fasten to the structure in any NEC-approved way. And yet, that cheap little box is everywhere. Even worse, it’s dangerous and shouldn’t have passed UL certification. We tested it ourselves that the “bar box” fails every time under real-world, 120-volt conditions. We made videos. We did the work. That’s why we can confidently say: EZ Brace has no competition. It’s the only approved method for ceiling fan mounting that keeps you, your family, and your home safe.

Why Most Brackets Fail — And Ours Won’t!

Here’s what makes the EZ Brace by Fixture Support Systems different:

• Meets and exceeds NEC standards
• Fastens directly into wood joists with wood screws
• Tested under real-life conditions, not just lab theory
• No mystery install instructions, you know exactly what it’s doing
• No rotating spindle gimmicks
• Three model options for every ceiling layout

We’re not just throwing metal into ceilings and hoping it holds. Our ceiling fan braces are engineered to solve real structural problems.

The EZ Brace Lineup: A Fix for Every Setup

Different ceilings need different solutions. That’s why Fixture Support Systems offers three fully compliant options in the EZ Brace series:

1. EZ 101 – For Joist-Attached Plastic Boxes

• Use this when the existing plastic ceiling box is directly attached to a wood joist.
• Super simple. Super strong. Fully compliant.

2. EZ 200 – Between Joists (With Attic Access)

• Got a box hanging between two ceiling joists?
• This brace fits over the existing outlet with access from above (like an attic).

3. EZ 216 / EZ 224 – No Attic? No Problem.

• If there’s no access above the ceiling box, these models have you covered.
• Engineered for maximum grip and compliance without attic space.

The NEC Doesn’t Play — And Neither Do We

Every ceiling fan brace kit we make follows the NEC’s absolute rule:

“Electrical boxes shall be fastened to the structure by attachments approved by the NEC.”

Our EZ Brace products do exactly that. Fastened with wood screws to actual wood structure, no guesswork. No flexy bars. No shady installation instructions. And here’s the kicker: The instructions for the popular “bar box” don’t even tell you what you’re attaching to. They just say “install it” and hope for the best. That’s not just lazy, it’s flat-out non-compliant.

How to Get It Right Every Time?

Want a clean, code-approved install?

• Ditch the “bar box.”
• Watch our installation videos to see which EZ Brace fits your ceiling setup.
• Choose between EZ 101, EZ 200, EZ 216, or EZ 224 depending on your situation.
• Use a heavy duty ceiling fan box or ceiling light fixture box that’s been tested, not guessed.

Fixture Support Systems designed these fixture support systems to remove the danger from DIY electrical installs. That’s the heart of what we do.