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the ceiliNgfan guide
Choose the right size
How low should my ceiling fan hang?
What is AIRFLOW m³/min?
What is RPM ?
Higher AIRFLOW or higher RPM ?
What is better? 2,3, 4 or 5 wings
Can I install a ceiling fan on a sloped ceiling?
How low should my ceiling fan hang?
How low should my ceiling fan hang?
How low should my ceiling fan hang?
How low should my ceiling fan hang?
How low should my ceiling fan hang?
How low should my ceiling fan hang?
How low should my ceiling fan hang?
How to Choose the Right Ceiling Fan ?
Size
Size is really important when selecting your ceiling fan. If a fan is too large, it can overwhelm the space.
On the flip side, if the fan is too small, the airflow may be inadequate for that area.
30 m2 or more
18 - 30m2
12 - 18m2
12m2 or less
over Ø150cm
Ø130-150cm
Ø105-130cm
Ø70-105cm
How low should my ceiling fan hang?
For optimal circulation the fan should be at least 210cm and maximum 260cm off the floor to allow optimal circulation. For higher ceilings, use fans with downrods to achieve the right height.
Low Ceilings: For rooms with ceilings lower than 240cm or shorter flushmount “hugger” fans are the ideal option. As the name suggests, these fans “hug” the ceiling to create a low profile. In order to achieve their short height, these flush mount fans do not incorporate downrods in their design.
Average and High Ceilings: To hang a fan at the appropriate height in a room with a ceiling 240cm high or higher, a ceiling fan that uses a downrod is the right fit. Additional downrods ranges from 90 to 2000cm inches in length and is what suspends the fan from the canopy. This is ideal because more space between the fan blades and the ceiling results in better air circulation.
What is AIRFLOW m³/min?
Airflow quantifies the amount of air a ceiling fan delivers and is measured in cubicmeters by minute (m³/min). M³/min measurements are taken when a fan is on high speed. This means that the higher the CFM, the more efficient the fan, and the more air it moves.
What m³/min is best?
On high speed:
Good CFM ranges from 100 to 140
Better ranges from 140 to 180
Best is over 180
What is RPM ?
Higher AIRFLOW or higher RPM ?
What is better? 2,3, 4 or 5 wings
The number of ceiling blades is often an important point in deciding what type of ceiling fan to purchase, but this is becoming less of a question of function and more of personal choice with advancements in technology.
It used to be the case that a five- or six-blade ceiling fan would translate into more efficiency as opposed to a three-blade or four-blade fan, but that’s no longer the case. Since the m³/min is the measure of a fan’s airflow efficiency, the number of blades is more related to style than function. For example, a four- or five-blade ceiling fan can provide a more conventional look, whereas a fan with two or three blades can offer a more modern style.
Can I install a ceiling fan on a sloped ceiling?
Aside from flush mount hugger fans, most fan canopies (the part that attaches to the ceiling and covers the junction box) can accommodate some degree of slope—usually up to 15 degrees. An additional longer downrod may be needed to ensure enough blade clearance.
Should I buy a ceiling fan with light?
Combining function with practicality, our ceiling fans with lights illuminate whilst also creating a pleasant indoor climate.
Start by determining how much light is already available in the room and how much light you need: Factors to consider are whether it’s a relatively open space with lots of windows or sliding glass doors that let in natural sunlight, how many lamps are already in place and whether they provide adequate lighting. These considerations will dictate whether the fan should have a light.
For the ultimate control over the amount of light in a room, a ceiling fan with a light or a light kit may be the best option. Ceiling fans with ligh provide ample, even light that can be beneficial to all types of spaces. And many light kits are compatible with a wall dimmer or remote, so adjusting the light intensity or in some models even the color temperature is as easy as pressing a button.
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