Buying Tips for Ceiling Fans

Buying tips for ceiling fans are extremely helpful for the first-time shopper. If you are looking for a new ceiling fan for the home or office, you'll probably be surprised at all the options you have available to you, and that can get quickly intimidating! Instead of stressing over the details, you might want to have a handy list of buying tips for ceiling fans available to you.

Choose the right fan for you.

These are the just the beginning of a comprehensive list to help you choose the correct ceiling fan. Selecting a fan wisely will provide you with the best possible ceiling fan for the rooms you want to keep cool in the summer.

• Know your facts. When selected properly, a ceiling fan can save you 10% off your energy bill in the winter, and 40% in the summer. With the right ceiling fan, your home can be cooled by up to seven degrees, and you'll be surprised at how little moisture collects on your ceiling with this type of air circulation.

• Measure the room before shopping for a ceiling fan. Did you know that you need different sized fans for different spaces? It is recommended that you purchase a ceiling fan measuring from 29 to 36 inches for a room up to 75 square feet, and there are fans sized for medium and large rooms as well. If you have a room measuring 225 square feet, for example, you will want a fan that measures anywhere from 50 to 54 inches, but a medium-sized room of 144 square feet can handle a fan measuring 36 inches or more.

• Know that the mount for your fan will be different depending on your ceiling height. If your ceiling is sloped or measures over nine feet, you will require an extended rod for proper air circulation. In contrast, some ceiling fans will be installed without a rod if ceilings are low (under eight feet.)

• Look for fans with remote controls instead of or in addition to pull-chains, particularly in the case of higher ceilings. If you're going to be flipping that fan on and off, you might as well make it easier on yourself.

• Keep in mind that you can turn off a fan when you are not in the room. While the room feels cooler when the fan is on, that's merely because the air is circulating. Save energy when you won't be around, and don't forget to have your fan rotate clockwise during the winter to redirect rising hot air. It sure beats extra space heater costs!

• You will notice that some fans have a light kit. Decide whether or not you require a light on your fan, depending on the area in which it will be used, and check the box to confirm whether or not it comes with bulbs. Some things to keep in mind are how much light the fan offers in comparison to a ceiling light and what type of bulbs it uses.

• Consider installation costs. Some ceiling fans are substantially more challenging to put in your home.

• Don't forget to shop for an Energy Star fan, which can decrease the amount of energy you use significantly (such as 20%).

• Keep in mind that fans are available for different "environments." If you plan on having a ceiling fan in a bathroom or in the kitchen, get one that withstands heat and moisture. Don't forget to choose a fan that matches the decor of these rooms as well! There's no need to purchase a faux wood or plain white ceiling fan if you don't want to. You might want to pair your fan with a dehumidifer as well.

Now that you've studied up on buying tips for ceiling fans, it's time to put things into practice, whether or not you are shopping at a department store, a yard sale, or a junk yard. Compare your options, check the list, and you will be fine.

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