Summer is an excellent time to consider installing a new fan. A fan creates a breeze that can make the room feel up to 4 degrees cooler. During the warm months, you can keep energy costs down by using the fan instead of air conditioning. In the winter, reversing the direction the blades run can push warm air from the ceiling back down into the room.

What should you look for in a fan? You'll get the most air movement from a fan with greater blade pitch. The more the blade tilts, the more air it will move. We recommend a pitch of at least 12 degrees.

Consider the size of your room. Fans should have at least an 18" clearance between the ends of the blades and the nearest vertical surface for proper air movement. Generally, this is more of an issue in a hallway, but fans are available as small as 15-30" wide. On the other hand, if your room is huge, consider either a very wide fan or two average size fans. Average sized rooms are best with 52" or 60" fans, but you can get larger fans as wide as 96"!

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Another crucial measurement is your ceiling height. Blades should always be mounted at least 7' above the floor for safety. If you have high ceilings, you can get longer downrods in increments from 12-72". A fan that starts 8-9' above the floor gives the best air movement as well as providing the most useful light, if you choose a fan with a light.

There's a fan design for everyone. You can find contemporary, traditional, ornate, clean-lined, and kids fans.

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Come in and ask about our selection of fans! We're happy to help you find the style and features most suited to your home. From June 1 to August 31, all of our regular-priced fans are 25% off!