Installing a Ceiling Fan

Those slow-turning ceiling fans that we all associate with movies about the South increase summer comfort and quickly pay for themselves.

Sizing Guidelines

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Add comfort with a fan.

The simplest way to install a new ceiling fan is to substitute it for an existing ceiling fixture. Many ceiling fans also have light fixtures built into the units, so you won't be losing your lighting. Their cost savings comes from their ability to keep a room cool without running an air conditioner all the time.

Consult the table below to select the correct fan size for your room.

Recommended Fan Size

Largest Room Dimension,
in feet
Diameter of Fan,
in inches
12 or less 36
12 to 16 48
16 to18 52
over 18 Two fans

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