Do not purchase the optional ceiling medallion if you are going to use the 3 1/2" downrod. You won't be able to install the fan. The medallion only works with the 6" downrod. This little tidbit is not contained in the instructions or websites(Lighting Universe or Minka Aire). I wish someone would have told me before I wasted the money. You have to glue the medallion before you install the fan. I had to rip the medallion off the ceiling to properly install the fan with the 3 1/2" downrod. I now can't return the medallion because it is considered "used".