How to adjust the size of the fan to the room? What is the ideal height for hanging it? Is it worth choosing a startup using a remote, wires, or switches?
The great heat moves away from us and turns his face to more pleasant and possible days. Exactly for such days, it is possible to settle for the operation of a ceiling fan which is much more economical than an air conditioner in terms of electricity consumption. Before you rush to install such a fan, here are some things that are important to know about the correct purchase that will suit your needs and its installation.
Selecting the installation location
It is important to adjust the type of fan to the installation area to which it is intended. “There are three main types of ceiling fans,” says Mark Hauser . “The first type is a fan designed for closed and dry interior areas, which are used to ventilate all rooms of the House. The second type is a fan designed for covered outdoor areas without direct contact of water, like a covered terrace. The third type is a water-protected fan suitable for open outdoor areas like pergolas. As a rule, and regardless of the type you have chosen, a ceiling fan should be installed in the middle of the space. This is in order to enable optimal air dispersion.”
“The tendency of most people is to install the ceiling fan instead of an existing light fixture,” says Jonathan Isia. “The problem is that this location is not always the appropriate location for the fan. If the installation point is not in the appropriate place it is worth moving it. The recommendation is the center of the room, but the desire of the tenants should also be taken into account, as some prefer that it be above the center of the bed.”
Adjusting the size of the fan to the size of the room
It is important to adjust the fan size to the size of the room. “This is because a fan that is too small or too large in relation to the size of the space, will not work effectively,” Hauser says. “For choosing the fan size, consider the diameter of the fan blades. For a room of 7-13 square meters can fit a fan of 42-48 inches. For a room with a size of 13-30 square meters will fit a fan with a size of 52-56 inches. For a room with a size of over 30 square meters, a fan with a size of 60 inches”will fit.
Wiring and control
It is also worth thinking about the convenience of use, so as not to find yourself climbing a chair or a bed to pull the fan wires, or are required to get out of bed because you have not taken care of convenient wiring and a sufficient amount of power switches. Hauser: “it is worth choosing what is a convenient and suitable operating method for you. Is simple control from a wall switch enough for you or do you prefer a remote control that will allow you to fully control the power on and off, choosing the speed and direction of the airflow and controlling the operation of the light fixture even without getting up from the armchair?
Isia: “I personally recommend a fan that is powered by switches rather than a remote. A sign can get lost or fall and break. In any case, it is worthwhile to strictly observe the splitting of separate switches between the lighting and the fan, so that it is much more convenient to control the shutdown and shutdown. The type that comes with the wires that turn on the fan body is less convenient than the switches on the wall. You should also take care of the power switch near the entrance to the room and another switch near the bed, for more convenient use”
Fan with light fixture
Ceiling fans have the opportunity to get even with an accompanying light fixture. “Therefore, at the stage of choosing the fan should decide whether it will be used as a light source and not just as a fan,” Hauser says. “It is important when choosing to choose also the type of light fixture that will fit the size of the space. For a small space, a smaller light fixture will suffice than the one that will be needed for the living room, office or kitchen.”
Adjust the fan for home design
Even if a ceiling fan, as its name is, is in the ceiling area, it affects the visibility of the same space. “A ceiling fan is a body with a design presence,” says Hauser. “Therefore, when choosing a fan to give attention to the design matter both in terms of the type of fan body and the level of its finish and in terms of choosing the shades of the fan blades.”
Ceiling height
Also, the height of the ceiling has an effect on the efficiency of the ceiling fan. “The ideal height for hanging a ceiling fan is about 2.5 meters from the floor,” Hauser says. “For relatively low spaces, the recommended minimum fan height is 2.3 meters from the floor. If the ceiling is particularly high, do not attach the ceiling fan to the ceiling since it will not be effective. It must be lowered using the lowering rods, to place it at the appropriate height which is about 2.5 meters from the floor.” In such a case, the choice of the body is of significant importance, since it will stand out in the center of the space and will be more dominant than a ceiling fan.
A fan will suit both for winter and not only for summer
You can use a ceiling fan even in the winter season. Hauser: “in such a case the wings must be turned counterclockwise. In this the fan will push the warm air from the ceiling down without creating a gust of wind. If there is a fireplace in the room, it will dissipate the heat better and allow significant savings in the electricity bill. It is important to carefully clean the dust that has accumulated on the wings of the fan, and of course, it must be turned off before starting cleaning.
Prices
“The price of installing a ceiling fan ranges from $200 to $350, depending on the type of ceiling and its height. Installing a sign or a wall breaker will cost an average of 100 dollar. If you need to add an additional phase (pts) such as an additional circuit breaker to the lighting next to the normal circuit breaker, and there is no preparation for it, the price of the addition will cost 100-150 dollar.
A word about installation and warranty
“Unprofessional installation can also cause a fan of relatively good quality to make noise and become a nuisance in the House,” says Isia. “It is therefore important to be sure to purchase a fan from a reliable company, and strictly adhere to its professional installation. A fan that is installed when swinging and loose will make noise. Most often it comes with magnets for balance, and at the time of installation, it is necessary to make sure that it does not rattle. What is the duration of the warranty provided for a fan? “It is worth buying a fan from reliable companies that give responsibility” Hauser offers. “For a remote and lighting kit the warranty will be of one to two years, and for the fan itself the recommended warranty is for a period of about 10 years.”
