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Ceiling Fan Buying Guide
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Ceiling Fan Efficiency
Select the proper size of ceiling fan for your room; remember that the motor helps determine the efficiency of the unit.
- For small rooms with up to 80 square feet of space, install 36-inch ceiling fans.
- 44-inch ceiling fans are compatible with large rooms measuring up to 144 square feet.
- Extra-large rooms measuring more than 144 square feet require 52-inch ceiling fans for the most efficient use of electricity.
- Ceiling fan ENERGY STAR Ratings determine energy ratios, indicating at least 20% reductions in energy use, and savings of about $25 per year, per fan.
- Ceiling fans with self-contained oil reservoirs and shielded bearings operate smoothly.
- Low ceilings require flush-mount installation.
- High ceilings require longer downrods to lower ceiling fans.
- Angled or sloped ceilings require angle mounts.
- Some remotes can operate ceiling fans and audio/visual equipment.
- Dimmer switches work fine on lights, but can damage ceiling fans.
- Ceiling fans with automatic temperature adjustments change speeds when room temperatures change.
- Outdoor ceiling fans are weatherproof and tolerant of high and low temperatures, and blades are protectively sealed.
Ceiling Fan Pricing
Inexpensive ceiling fans are not a wise buy if they cannot remain balanced and wear out quickly. Weak, ineffective motors operating at high temperatures cause overheating, plus sub-standard motors and undersized, improperly angled fan blades equal noisy operation and poor air circulation. Mid- to higher-priced ceiling fans have durable motors and well-angled blades for better air circulation and years of performance.
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