Ceiling Fan Switch – Which Direction Should My Fan Spin in Summer and Winter?
Published: 8/15/2022 | ©baileystreethome.com
Do you ever use your ceiling fan in the winter?
It might seem like a silly question. After all, you probably got your ceiling fan installed so you could stop sweating through the summer months. Your first instinct in the winter is to warm up and switch on the heater.
But did you know that if you change the direction of your ceiling fan, you can use the heat in your room to keep you nice and toasty? It can even help you save some money on energy bills too.
So how do you change the direction of your fan so that you stay cool in the summer and warm in the winter? There’s no need to grab a toolbox or call an electrician. Simply follow this guide to ensure your blades are spinning in the right direction.
How to Change the Direction of Your Ceiling Fan
Many fans controlled by remote control or wall units can adjust the direction the blades will spin. All you need to do is press the appropriate button, and it will turn whichever way you wish.
If you’ve got a ceiling fan with a pull chain that doesn’t come with a remote control or can’t be controlled by the wall, then there’s no need to worry. You’ll just need to take a closer look at the ceiling fan. You should find a switch on it that can change the direction for you. Flick the button, and the fan should turn the opposite way.
What Direction Should Your Ceiling Fan Spin in Summer?
In the summer, you want as much cool air as you can. Setting your ceiling fan to spin counter clockwise will be a big help. It will push all of the cool air down to the floor and make you feel better without impacting the room's temperature.
Stand directly under the blades to test that it’s going in the right direction. If you feel the cool air, then it’s going counter clockwise. If not, then you’ll need to change the setting.
What Direction Should Your Ceiling Fan Spin in Winter?
During the winter months, you’ll want ceiling fans rotating at a low speed. They should also be spinning clockwise. This will help pull any cool air up and push any warm air down towards you. You should instantly get a warmer feel and be able to turn down the thermostat as well.
You can test the blades are going clockwise by standing directly underneath them. If you start feeling cold, it’s probably on the wrong setting. But if you feel nothing, then you can leave your ceiling fan alone.
