1. Save money and live green by cooling your rooms with energy-efficient ceiling fans. The natural breeze of a ceiling fan can make a room feel 2 to 8 degrees cooler. Ceiling fans work at a lower operating cost than any other cooling device, which can help reduce energy bills during the air conditioning season.
2. Forget which way to spin your fan? Here's a reminder: ceiling fans should run clockwise in winter and counterclockwise in summer.
3. For greater efficiency and optimal air circulation, install your fan so that the fan blade is 8 to 9 feet above the floor. For safety, the lowest ceiling clearance we recommend is 7 feet. If your fan doesn't meet the 7-foot minimum, consider purchasing a low-ceiling mount.
4. If your ceiling fan includes a light fixture - as most ceiling fans do - make sure your electrical circuit can handle both the fan and the light. If it can't, you'll have to run a new circuit from the main panel to the fan. Ceiling fans without lights typically require the same amount of power as central light fixtures.
5. When browsing our wide selection of ceiling fans, look for the Energy Star label, which indicates that the fan moves air 20% more efficiently than other models.
6. When shopping for a bathroom, kitchen, or exterior space, choose fans designed to operate in damp or wet environments. This will keep you safe from electrocution and ensure that the fan runs efficiently.
7. Bathroom exhaust fans help prevent mold and moisture damage while maintaining the air quality in your home. The Home Ventilation Institute (HVI) sets its recommendation at 8 air changes per minute for effective removal of humidity and odors.
8. When installing an industrial ceiling fan in a garage, warehouse, auditorium, or gymnasium, remember to allow for a high ceiling clearance. Industrial ceiling fans have greater scale and power than residential ceiling fans, and are better suited for large spaces.
