Ceiling Fans for the Bedroom

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Ceiling Fans for the Bedroom

Ceiling fans in the bedroom offer a comfortable, relaxing breeze and the added bonus of energy savings! Installing a ceiling fan in a bedroom is a worthwhile investment. Follow these simple guidelines to choose a ceiling fan that is perfect for your bedroom.

  • Choose the Right Size and Height. Many bedrooms with lower ceilings require a "hugger" ceiling fan, which attaches like a flush mount to the ceiling, with no downrod use. If your bedroom has a particularly high ceiling or a slope, you may need to purchase additional mounting materials. Most bedrooms do best with a 42" or 52" ceiling fan.

                         (Please see How to Choose a Ceiling Fan for more size/ height guidelines.)

  • Choose a High Quality Motor. Unless you want to listen to your fan rattling while you are trying to sleep, be sure to invest in a fan with a high-quality motor (usually the difference between an economy fan and a slightly more expensive model). Try to choose one with a heavy gauge steel motor case.
     
  • Consider Accessorizing the Fan. To enhance convenience (and avoid the rattling noise caused by a pull chain), consider adding a remote control or wall control to your purchase, if the ceiling fan you've chosen for your bedroom doesn't come with one already.
     
  • Fan Light kits also add functionality to the fan, and adding a dimmer can help you customize the mood even further. If you're planning on using a dimmer, choose a light kit that uses incandescent bulbs.

For more on choosing fixtures for your bedroom, see Bedroom Lighting Ideas.

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