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Ceiling Fans: Get a Head Start on Choosing a Ceiling Fan by Learning the Basics of Mounting!
Ceiling Fans: Get a head start on Choosing a Ceiling Fan by Learning the Basics of Mounting!
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Mounting: The first step with a new ceiling fan is mounting, which simply refers to the attachment of your ceiling fan to the surface of a ceiling. To make it easier it is a good idea to become familiar with a few terms and options when choosing the right ceiling fan for you. This will ensure that your fan will hang properly and as low as you would like it to. Mounting also effects the operation of a ceiling fan in certain ways. Certain methods of mounting allow for the fan to more closely direct air to the people in a room and some methods allow for more flexibility in movement.
Downrod: A downrod is really a very simple piece of equipment. Made of wood, metal, or plastic, the downrod is simply a rod that hangs from the ceiling, allowing your ceiling fan to hang lower from the ceiling’s surface. Some prefer this only for the look of a lower fan and some would like the breeze of the fan to be stronger, but for either reason a downrod will correctly lower your fan safely and effectively.
Ball and socket mounting: This is a type of mounting where a ball-shaped apparatus is attached to a downrod, with the fan body and blades hanging from the ball. This makes it possible for the fan to move easier than it would with other methods of mounting.
Hugger Mounting: Hugger model fans are simply fans mounted close to the ceiling, that will seem as though they are clinging to or “hugging” the ceiling directly. This can also be referred to as the close-to-ceiling-mount.
Dual Mounting: Fans that feature dual mounting are able to be mounted close to the ceiling or from a downrod. You can decide after purchasing your fan, which is optimal if you would like to see how the fan looks on the ceiling first. Downrods are inexpensive and can easily be applied to dual mounting fans for aesthetic purposes; for cathedral ceilings, a fan lowered with a downrod can provide an appearance of grandeur and luxury. Plus a lowered fan brings the breeze of your ceiling fan closer to you, for a slightly more concentrated or stronger breeze.
Blade irons/brackets: Blade irons attach your ceiling fan blades to the motor, connecting the fan together after it is mounted.
J-hook and claw hook: With this type of mounting a metal hook secures to the ceiling, so that your fan will be directly attached to the material of the ceiling wall/
Low ceiling adapter: A low ceiling adapter is a kit which accomplishes the same thing as a downrod. Usually made of brass or another metal, a low ceiling adapter kit attaches directly from the ceiling and omits the need for lowering the fan at all as it automatically hangs a little farther down with the adapter.
Once your fan is mounted you can add lights to make your ceiling fan serve more than one purpose and be an even better addition to your home. Lights can be added while mounting the fan, and there are three types of lighting methods to choose from: downlights, uplights, or one of the popular light kits. Uplights and downlights are just as they sound with uplights pointing toward the ceiling, and downlights pointing toward the center of the room. Each provides a slightly different effect. Uplights emanate an aura-like gleam to dress up a ceiling, and downlights brighten an entire room with a radiant glow. Light kits also come with many ceiling fans and can be classified as a type of downlight. The light kit replaces any central lighting that was previously hanging from the ceiling.
Make sure you decide which type of mounting and lighting you are interested in before you make your final ceiling fan purchase.
About the Author
Audrey Peterson is a Product Specialist with knowledge in the design and applications of a variety of electric fans http://www.electric-fan.com/ She has analyzed several fan models, including ceiling fans http://www.electric-fan.com/category/ceiling.aspx and exhaust fans http://www.electric-fan.com/category/industrial.aspx.
update on ceiling fan collection
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Hunter Fan Sea Air 23566 Ceiling Fan – 5 Blades – 1321mm Diameter – Remote, $146.02 |
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Broan 676 110-CFM 4.0-Sones Ceiling Mount Ventilation Fan $63.57 |
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Hunter Fan Studio 20181 Ceiling Fan 5 Blades – 1320.80 Mm Diameter – Quiet, $129.87 |
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Hunter Fan Palermo 21627 Ceiling Fan 5 Blades – 1320.80 Mm Diameter – Light $248.19 |
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Hunter Fan 20801 Ceiling Fan 5 Blades – 1320.80 Mm Diameter – 3 Speed – Light $117.48 |
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Hunter Fan The Brookline 22455 Ceiling Fan 5 Blades – 1320.80 Mm Diameter – 3 $171.55 |
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Nutone 684NT 80 CFM Ceiling Exhaust Bath Ventilation Fan $29.99 |
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CBB61 2-4uf (3 wires) ceiling fan capacitor $9.99 |
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CBB61 10uf (2 wires) ceiling fan capacitor $9.99 |
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CBB61 1.5-3uf (3 wires) ceiling fan capacitor $9.99 |
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CBB61 1.25-4.75-4.75-8uf (5 wires) ceiling fan capacitor $9.99 |
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CBB61 3-3.5-6uf (4 wires) ceiling fan capacitor $8.99 |
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CBB61 1.2-2.8uf (3 wires) ceiling fan capacitor $9.99 |
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Panasonic FV-11VH2 WhisperWarm 110 CFM Ceiling Mounted Fan/Heat Combination $43.99 |
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Thomas And Betts Lamson Shallow Ceiling Fan Outlet Box B708SHK $23.63 |
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Ceiling Fan Speed Control Switch Wall Button AC220V New $0.99 |
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Broan Wall or Ceiling Mount Side Discharge Utility Fan $114.57 |
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BATHROOM CEILING FAN, 110 VOLT, Part #53033 $31.28 |
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NEW BROAN 676 WHITE BATHROOM CEILING VENTILATION FAN 110 CFM NUTONE 4 SONE $29.99 |
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Broan Model 502 10-Inch Wall / Ceiling Mount Side Discharge Utility Bathroom Fan $49.99 |
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Panasonic FV-11VHL2 WhisperWarm 110CFM Ceiling Mounted Fan/Heat/Light-NightLight $53.00 |
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NEW Ceiling Fan/light Outlet Box Each Ceiling Boxes 296 050169002964 $14.16 |
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BROAN 684 80 CFM Deluxe Ceiling Fan NEW $66.83 |
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BROAN QTR110 Quiet Bathroom Ceiling Fan NEW $114.44 |
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Lutron Contemporary 3-Way Ceiling Fan Control Switch $34.00 |
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WhisperFit 50 CFM Low Profile Ceiling Mounted Bathroom Fan -Energy Star Rated $117.99 |
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Ventline Bathroom Ceiling Exhaust Fan Light Lens $6.99 |
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BROAN 673 Economy 60 CFM Vertical Ceiling Fan NEW $25.05 |
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Leviton Ivory Ceiling Fan Speed Control & Dimmer Switch $16.95 |
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Lutron Single Pole Ceiling Fan Rotary Control $13.00 |
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Lutron Skylark Single Pole Ceiling Fan Control – White $25.00 |
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Summer Breeze 30″ 2 Light Indoor Room Ceiling Fan $197.93 |
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5PC. Rotary 3-Speed Fan Speed Control 17003-W Ceiling Fan Switch / Fan Control $32.88 |
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L100 BROAN LoSone QUIET BATHROOM CEILING EXHAUST FAN VENTILATION 0.9 SONNES $80.00 |
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HUNTER 21782 H 52″ 5 Minute Ceiling Fan $142.82 |
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BROAN HD80-B CEILING VENTILATOR EXHAUST FAN NEW (S47B) $150.00 |
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Variable Slide Ceiling Fan Speed Control Switch & Light Dimmer Switch 17001-A $11.65 |
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WhisperLite 150 CFM Ceiling Mounted Fan with Light -Energy Star FV-15VQL5 $320.99 |
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Progress Lighting Bath Exhaust Ceiling Fan with Light for Rooms Up to 45′ $65.88 |
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TPI Variable Speed Reversible Control for Item# 255329 Ceiling Fan #8666802 $99.99 |
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Royal Blue Lapis lazuli Orange Carnelian Huge Gems Ceiling Fan Pull Lamp Chain $19.99 |
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Air Sanitizer for Ceiling Fans – New in Box $29.99 |
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2PC. Rotary 3-Speed Fan Speed Control 17003-W Ceiling Fan Switch / Fan Control $13.20 |
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WhisperLite 110 CFM Bathroom Ceiling Fan-Energy Star Rated FV-11VQ5 $220.99 |
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Broan Nutone Decorative Bathroom Ceiling Fan 8814R $107.99 |
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Lutron DIVA * 3 speed Ceiling Fan Controler – Almond Decor style $7.95 |
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Sea Gull Lighting 16148BL-962 Brushed Nickel Fluorescent One Light Ceiling Fan $92.00 |
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Hunter Fan 20181 H 52″ White Ceiling Fan $129.67 |
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CAMPING HOUSE TENT CEILING FAN SHELTER LED LIGHT OUTDOOR FAN TENT CAMP CANOPY $26.99 |
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Hunter Fan 21623 H 52″ Concert Breeze Ceiling $498.48 |
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Hunter Fan 20177 52″ Nickel Kensington Ceiling $134.92 |
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Hunter Fan 21782 H 52″ 5 Minute Ceiling Fan $106.48 |
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NEW NUTONE 8210 CEILING/BATHROOM EXHAUST FAN 210CFM $95.50 |
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NEW PANASONIC FAN FV-05VQ3 WHISPER CEILING FAN $94.00 |
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WhisperCeiling 150 CFM Ceiling Mounted Bathroom Fan -Energy Star Rated FV-15VQ5 $187.99 |
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20181 H 52″ White Ceiling Fan Hunter Fan Company $161.99 |
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Hunter Fan Westover Four Seasons Heater 21894 Ceiling Fan 5 Blades 1320.80 mm $277.99 |
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Broan Nutone Decorative Bathroom Ceiling/Wall Fan 8832WH $113.99 |
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Ventline Bathroom Ceiling Exhaust Fan $38.97 |
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Harbor Breeze Universal Ceiling Fan & Light Wall Control (Free shipping!) $39.00 |
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Panasonic FV-30VQ3 WhisperCeiling 290 CFM Ceiling Mounted Fan Energy Star NEW $189.95 |
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Hunter Fan 21627 H 52″ Palermo RC Ceiling Fan $243.62 |
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Hunter Fan 20181 H 52″ White Ceiling Fan $129.67 |
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Hunter Fan 22455 52″ Brass Brookline Ceiling Fa $161.74 |
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Hunter Fan 21623 H 52″ Concert Breeze Ceiling $498.90 |
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Hunter Fan 20177 52″ Nickel Kensington Ceiling $134.92 |
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Hunter Fan 21782 H 52″ 5 Minute Ceiling Fan $106.48 |
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Fantech PBV6 Only 7″ Ceiling Grille use with remote fan $42.40 |
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Ventline Mobile Home Bathroom Ceiling Fan (No Light) $34.95 |
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Ventline Mobile Home Bathroom Ceiling Fan With Light $59.95 |
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Broan NuTone 68W Two-Function Fan Control White $16.00 |
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Broan NuTone 66W 3-Function Fan Heater Control White $20.00 |
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Broan NuTone 763RLN 50 CFM 2.5 Sones Bathroom Fan Light $36.00 |
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Broan NuTone 69W Single-Function Control White $5.00 |
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Broan NuTone 80 CFM 0.8 Sones EnergyStar Bathroom Fan $99.00 |
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