From decorative styles to designs that effortlessly blend with your interior there is a ceiling fan to suit you! However with so many to choose from it can be difficult to know which is the right ceiling fan for your needs.
Luckily we have developed the quick and easy buying guide below
Blade material
While most ceiling fans have wooden blades, you can also purchase ceiling fans with stainless steel, aluminum or plastic blades. Fans with wooden or plastic blades tend to be quieter, making them ideal for bedrooms.
Blade pitch
Blade pitch is the angle of the blade from the motor. The higher the pitch – the greater the movement of air.
Number of blades
There is not a great deal of difference between the performance features of a 5, 4 or 3 bladed ceiling fan – so it becomes more about the ceiling fan you prefer. The most common are 4 bladed fans. A five bladed ceiling fan may need a larger motor to rotate the ceiling fan blades meaning a reduction in energy efficiency.
Ceiling fan motors
The speed of the motor can have an impact on how the fan operates and the noise it emits. Direct Current (DC) ceiling fans consume 75% less electricity than standard ceiling fans and can cost as little as 1 cent per hour to run while producing better airflow. Fans with an Alternating Current (AC) motor are also available and still provide good energy efficiency – particularly when compared to air conditioning! DC models also tend to have more settings – up to 7 – allowing for greater control over air movement (AC models tend to have 3 settings – still a viable option!)
Ceiling fans with lights
A good option to consider. Especially if you have an existing light fitting where you want the ceiling fan! A light used behind a fan will create a strobe effect. Check No Credit Check Loans.
Controls
Ceiling fans usually operate from a wall switch that replaces or joins to your existing light switch. Fans that operate using pull cords are also available. A ceiling fan with a remote control is also worth considering especially if there is likely to be some difficulty rewiring your old light switch. It also means adjusting the speed of the fan from bed!
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