Ceiling Fans - Picking the Right Style and Size
Published: 3/26/2021 | ©baileystreethome.com
Published: 3/26/2021 | ©baileystreethome.com
Ceiling fans are one of the most underrated furniture pieces/appliances in one’s home. Aside from cooling your space, choosing an aesthetic fan can also add a decorative touch that ties the room together.
We’re going to talk to you about ceiling fans. We’ll try to answer your questions such as what type of ceiling fans do you need, which size best fits your space, and what fan style is perfect for you.
Location: Indoor or Outdoor
There are two types of fans, according to where you intend to place them. That’s right, there are plenty of options for indoor fans and outdoor ceiling fans. Indoor fans are great because they help to cool your house during the warm seasons. They also help distribute heat throughout your home during the winter months.
Ceiling Height is an Important Factor
Ceiling height is an important piece to understand when starting your search for ceiling fans. Once you have determined your ceiling height, then it narrows down your choices of which ceiling fans to go with. Some ceiling fans come with an extended down rod; these are perfect for ceiling heights that are higher than 10 ft. There are also the standard ones, which is great if you have a ceiling height of about 9 ft. However, if the room you’re planning to install the fan to is not blessed with an ample ceiling height, don’t worry. Low profile fans, also known as flush-mounts, which are quite perfect for low ceiling heights.
What Size Fan Do I Need?
So, we’re now done with the location and ceiling height. Next, you’ll need to decide on the actual size of the fan. To determine the size of the fan, we’re going to use its diameter or blade span. You don’t have to bust out your rusty old calculator; we took the liberty of preparing a range to make things easier for you.
If you’re planning to install a fan in a 75 sq. ft. space like a breakfast nook or utility room, then you can go with a small fan. These fans have a diameter of about 29 to 40 inches. There are a lot of choices of.
Rooms with area of around 170 sq ft like a bedroom, kitchen, or dining room, you can consider medium-sized ceiling fans. These have a blade span of 40 to 48 inches.
Rooms with area of around 360 sq ft like large bedrooms, family rooms, and media room, then you can consider large ceiling fans which have a blade span of 48 to 60 inches wide. Bailey Street Home has some wonderful collections of large fans.
Great Rooms or Extra Large Room Ceiling Fans
For room larger than 360 sq. ft like open floor plans, large foyers and great rooms, you’ll need a bigger fan. Fortunately, you don’t have to look further, as Bailey Street Home also has a great selection of extra large ceiling fans. These fans have a blade span of at least 60”, which is quite perfect to distribute the heat in that area during warm seasons or efficiently distribute the heat around the space during the winter months.
Check out our entire collection of ceiling fans. Bailey Street Home has many styles to consider from our classic ceiling fans to contemporary ceiling fans. Options for ceiling fans go beyond style but also function as you can choose from a great selection of energy star fans and wet rated ceiling fans.
If you have further questions or would like guidance on choosing your ceiling fan, please contact us! Our knowledgeable staff would be happy to discuss your design preferences and ceiling fan needs
