Ceiling fans have come a long way since the industrial revolution where they were dreamed up by sweating factory workers. These workers attached wooden or metal blades to the overhead whirling shafts that were used to drive the machinery they worked on.
Ceiling fans are a great way to keep cool in the summer on those nights when you don't have to run the air conditioner. Ceiling fans are much less noisy and obtrusive than box fans that sit on your floor or in your windows. And, you know that heat rises, right? Well, in the winter months running your fan on low and in reverse speed will bring down the heat that accumulates up in at the ceiling, helping you to feel warmer.
Before you purchase a ceiling fan you'll need to consider the blade sweep. You don't want to overwhelm a smaller room with a ceiling fan that's too big, but, you also want to make sure that the ceiling fan will be able to displace enough air to cool you off in a larger room. Another consideration before purchasing a ceiling fan is the length it will drop from the ceiling. A home with an 8 foot ceiling would probably use a three inch down rod for a ceiling fan, and a room with a fifteen foot high ceiling would need at least a one foot down rod, up to a five foot down rod. It is suggested that you have at least seven feet of clearance from the floor to avoid accidents.
Installing a ceiling fan yourself is a fairly easy job for most do-it- yourselfer's. There are many online sites available to help you if you have any problems or questions.
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Benefits of a ceiling fan
Reduction in monthly energy bills - A ceiling fan consumes far less energy than an air conditioning unit. In climates where high temperatures are somewhat uncommon, a ceiling fan is all that is necessary to maintain a comfortable climate in summer months.
Saving space - Unlike ugly window-unit air conditioners, or box fans, a ceiling fan occupies only the unused space above every ones head. Most ceiling fans are equipped with light bulb sockets as well, so unless structural reinforcement is required, any overhead light can be replaced with a ceiling fan.
Practical and attractive - Usefulness aside, ceiling fans can add aesthetic appeal to any room. There are enough designs to fit any taste or decor theme. Maintaining a comfortable climate and room decor is a simple matter of finding one that fits your room decor..
But what are the best brands of ceiling fans?
Hunter ceiling fans - The Hunter ceiling fan company has been in business longer than the rest. Over 100 years worth of design, and manufacturing experience go into each product. Definitely a preferred brand for ceiling fans.
With a huge array of styles to choose from, Hunter has a fan to match the characteristics of any room decor. They are affordable, and use only top notch quality materials in the manufacturing process.
Classical appeal of Casablanca Ceiling Fans - Casablanca blends modern technology with classic styles. Classic styles without the inadequacies compared to todays materials and manufacturing processes. Designed to accommodate, a Casablanca fan is available to meet your budget, your style, and your functional needs.
Ceiling fans are a terrific way to add comfort to the home for only pennies a day in energy costs.
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