

If you have low ceilings, you probably need to mount your fan flush with the ceiling (flush-mounting), so make sure the product you buy is compatible with this mounting style.

The Spruce / Bethany Wong What to Look for in a Ceiling Fan MountingĪs you’re shopping, consider how you plan to mount your new ceiling fan because you may need a special mounting kit.
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It comes with a standard 4-inch downrod, and an angled ceiling install kit is available to purchase separately.ĭiameter: 62 inches | Material: Alloy steel | Lighting: Integrated LED light | Control Type: Remote | Airflow: 3,051 cfm | Mounting Type: Downrod This Xerxes fan is compatible with Alexa and Google Home, but you'll need to purchase a Bond smart hub to connect your devices. We recommend deciding on which finish you want to showcase before you install this giant ceiling fan. The fan blades also feature a reversible finish-in addition to the reversible motor.
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You will need an extra set of hands when installing this ceiling fan, and you may even want to consult a professional if you're not comfortable working with electrical wires. It is expensive, but its thoughtful design and cooling efficiency make it an option that's worth the additional cost. If you have a very large room to cool, you need a very large fan, and the Honeywell 62-inch diameter Xerxes Fan fits the bill. However, this isn't a complete deal breaker in our book, as it's easy to install and pretty affordable.ĭiameter: 44 inches | Material: MDF | Lighting: Integrated LED lighting | Control Type: Pull chain | Airflow: 3,643 cfm | Mounting Type: Hugger Although this fan provides adjustable lighting for a smaller room, it lacks the remote control that would make it more accessible. You operate this ceiling fan using a pull chain, which some people may not like. The three fan blades are also reversible, with a dark finish on one side and a lighter finish on the other, allowing for a customized look. It has three different light temperatures: warm white, soft white, and daylight, so you can select one based on your personal preference. The light is an integrated LED fixture, which means you never need to change a lightbulb. If controlling your fan from your smart-home device is especially important, this is money well spent on a ceiling fan that looks and performs great.ĭiameter: 52 inches | Material: Wood | Lighting: LED bulb included | Control Type: Remote, smart-home compatible | Airflow: 4,453.35 cfm | Mounting Type: Downrodįor a ceiling fan with an easy-to-use light-often a key feature in smaller rooms-the Home Decorators Collection Ashby Park ceiling fan is a great option. All of the high-tech functions and chic design do come at a cost, however, making this fan one of the most expensive options on our list. It also can connect to Amazon Alexa or Google Home, although you need to purchase a separate hub unit. Our tester was impressed by this fan's quiet operation: "Given its high-powered motor, we were pleasantly surprised by how quiet the fan is and how smoothly the blades move." It has an included LED bulb, a reversible motor, and three fan blades that cut through your home's air to quickly cool it.

If you want something high-tech that looks as modern as it performs, the Minka-Aire Light Wave ceiling fan looks like a plane propeller, and it's powerful like one too. This fan is designed for indoor use and may not perform well over time in rooms that are particularly humid or exposed to the elements.ĭiameter: 54 inches | Material: MDF | Lighting: LED bulbs included | Control Type: Remote | Airflow: 3,069 cfm | Mounting Type: Downrod This pick also has two LED bulbs, although they may be dimmer than your liking, and can be changed out for higher-wattage bulbs. The blades themselves can be reversed to reveal a different wood finish, so you can switch them based on the season or decor. The motor can also reverse direction, so you can customize your airflow based on the season.

It also comes with a remote to control the fan speed and dim the lights. It comes in three different finishes to suit your decor and has LED lightbulbs.
