Here's an alternative ceiling fixture that, not only provides great air circulation winter or summer, but adds wonderful atmosphere to a room.
Ceiling fans are a terrific way to add more ventilation to a room, whether you need to cool it down, or heat it up. And, while still providing lighting, they can greatly enhance the room's decor. They are comparably priced to ceiling light fixtures, with a wide range of prices and designs, everything from country to contemporary. Installation is as simple as changing a light fixture. Here are some considerations:
- There are ceiling 'huggers' and 'drop' fans, with drop extensions also available. Consider where it is going, and if there is enough height to allow a drop fixture. If so, how much drop.
- Light globes and direction of the light fixtures attached to the fans differ considerably. How much lighting do you need in that area, mood or task lighting? A drop down globe will provide more lighting, than those that direct light to the ceiling.
- Size of blades is extremely important. How far an area can the whole fan cover? Measure distances between adjoining walls to ensure adequate space. Blade lengths vary, and they will protrude from every side. Fan packaging will usually denote blade lengths.
- You can add a pull chain for ease of controlling operation, or have it electrically wired.
- Sealed fan units are even available for covered patios and porches.
- Not all globes will take the new small compact florescent low energy bulbs.
- Fans are a great way of complimenting your heating appliances, by pulling the heat up the stairs in an entrance, or returning hot air from the ceiling, back to the room.
- Ensure warranty details, and installation instructions and screws, are included in the box.
- These products should comply with your area safety standards.
