{"id":4016,"date":"2018-05-08T11:53:46","date_gmt":"2018-05-08T11:53:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.destinationlighting.com\/fliptheswitch\/?p=4016"},"modified":"2025-05-13T23:05:09","modified_gmt":"2025-05-13T23:05:09","slug":"keep-cool-find-the-best-ceiling-fan-for-your-home","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.destinationlighting.com\/fliptheswitch\/keep-cool-find-the-best-ceiling-fan-for-your-home\/","title":{"rendered":"Find the Best Ceiling Fan for Your Home | Destination Lighting"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Style and function are not mutually exclusive – Ceiling fan<\/a> design has evolved, resulting in beautiful fixtures that are energy efficient and powerfully cool. With a wide variety of styles and sizes and the help of a few simple guidelines, choosing the perfect fan for your home is a breeze.<\/p>\n

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Ceiling Fan Benefits<\/h2>\n

Climate Control<\/h3>\n

No matter the temperature, in winter or summer,\u00a0 it’s always nice to have air circulating throughout your home. Fans are most often used in the summer to create air flow and cool off. While fans don’t change the temperature of a room, they do create a “wind chill” effect that helps to dry sweat and lower body temperature. During the summer, fans should run in a counter-clockwise direction so the air can be felt as you are standing directly under it.<\/p>\n

During the winter, fans can be used in reverse to recirculate hot air that rises the top of the room. For this function, the blades will run in a clockwise motion and should be set at a low speed. This will pull air from the room up to the fan and push the warmer air down and out towards the walls, filling the lower area of the room with warm air without creating a breeze.<\/p>\n

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Improved Airflow<\/h3>\n

Cubic feet per minute (CFM) is a standard measurement required for every fan that tells how much air it is able to move\u00a0on its highest setting. CFM is dependent on the fan’s motor combined with the length, pitch, and shape of its blades. The higher the CFM, the better the airflow. You can find the CFM for any fan marked directly on its box or listed under product specifications<\/em> online.<\/p>\n

Hanging height is another important factor of ceiling fan airflow. According to the American Lighting Association<\/a>, “the optimum mounting height for a ceiling fan is 8 to 9 feet above the floor”. Placing your fan any higher than 11′ from the ground will decrease airflow and hanging any lower than 7′ is a safety\u00a0hazard. If you have high ceilings, you can use a down rod<\/a> to hang your fan at the appropriate height.<\/p>\n

Energy Saving<\/h3>\n

Thanks to their warming and cooling benefits, fans reduce the need for excessive air conditioning and heating. By using a fan for climate and comfort control, you should be able to adjust your thermostat and save energy. Keep in mind, fans do not change the temperature of the room, they only change the way the room feels. Conserve power by turning the fan off when no one is in the room to enjoy it.<\/p>\n

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Selecting Your Fan<\/h2>\n

Whether you are looking for a statement piece or a fan that blends into the ceiling, there are plenty of options for your space. With so many different ceiling fan sizes, styles, and types, it can be intimidating to make a choice. Luckily, the size of the room you want to install your ceiling fan in can help to narrow your search.<\/p>\n

Use these American Lighting Association guidelines to select an appropriately sized fan for your space:<\/p>\n

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Size of Room<\/th>\nRecommended Ceiling Fan Size<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
Up to 75 Sq. Ft.<\/td>\n36 in. or smaller<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Up to 144 Sq. Ft.<\/td>\n36 in. to 42 in.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Up to 224 Sq. Ft.<\/td>\n50 in. to 54 in.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

*Larger rooms may need fans with as much as a 72 in. span.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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*Outdoor fans<\/a>\u00a0should be rated for\u00a0damp location\u00a0<\/a>when used in an enclosed space, such as a covered porch or verandah, and\u00a0wet location<\/a>\u00a0in an uncovered area, like a deck or gazebo.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n

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