When we make the transition from milder spring temperatures to those lazy, hazy days of summer, staying cool becomes a priority. Whether you live in an air-conditioned environment or not, there are a number of reasons why a strategically placed ceiling fan or two in your home makes sense. However, if you have visited a home improvement center recently, you know that there are so many different makes and models that choosing one fan over another becomes a daunting task. In a nutshell, ceiling fans consist of an electric motor and four or five blades.
Ceiling fans can come with a light kit, or a light can be added later.
These days, ceiling fans come in every imaginable style, from antique finishes to ultra-modern, and even in the style of your favorite Formula One Racing Team. Before you get started, it's important to find out whether the junction box you intend to connect the ceiling fan to is UL-approved to carry the weight of the fan. If not, you may need to install a reinforced box, sometimes called a fan brace. It's important for the ceiling fan housing to be made of quality materials. Cheap fans have thin plating that tends to rattle and deteriorate.