The right ceiling fan offers many benefits. It can help you sleep better, improve comfort, create the perfect lighting, and elevate your bedroom’s design. With seemingly endless options, we understand choosing the right ceiling fan can be challenging.
Narrow your search and learn how to pick the best ceiling fan for your space by considering these factors as you shop.
The Right Ceiling Fan Improves Comfort
All ceiling fans are designed to improve a room’s airflow, however, you shouldn’t have to sacrifice other aspects of your comfort to stay cool.
A noisy ceiling fan creates an uncomfortable environment that can hinder your rest. A key way to tell if you’re purchasing a quiet fan is by checking what type of motor it has: direct current (DC) or alternating current (AC). Purchase a ceiling fan with a DC motor instead of a traditional AC motor if you’re looking for a quieter alternative.
In addition, DC motors don’t have voltage spikes or changes in frequency like AC motors do, making them a more powerful and energy-efficient option. DC motors typically include more features such as a higher number of speed settings and electronic reverse, enabling you to get more out of your investment.
The Right Ceiling Fan Offers Convenience
Once you've curled up in bed and gotten comfortable, the last thing you want to do is get up to turn off the light or adjust the fan speed. Ceiling fans with remotes are a simple solution. They make it possible to control the light and climate without leaving the comfort of your bed.
If you forget to switch your fan direction or don't like the inconvenience of the manual switch, many DC fans have a reverse feature built right into the remote — all you have to do is push a button.
In addition, some fans come equipped with dimmable light kits so that you can adjust your room’s lighting according to your preferences. You can control its brightness on your handheld remote or in-wall controller.
Factors To Consider When Purchasing Ceiling Fans for Bedrooms
When choosing a ceiling fan, your comfort and convenience should be top of mind. However, you also need to consider how the appliance will work in your living space.
Ceiling Fan Size
If a fan is too large or too small for your space, it will not be able to circulate air in the room properly, which defeats the purpose of a ceiling fan. The wrong size ceiling fan could also negatively impact the visual appeal of the room.
Measure your bedroom to find out what size ceiling fan you need. The length of your ceiling fan blades should change in proportion to the size of your bedroom — the smaller the room, the smaller the ceiling fan.
Once you know your room’s dimensions, you can determine the best blade length for your fan.
Another variable that may impact fan size and type is your ceiling’s height. If you have a large bedroom with a high ceiling, you may need a larger fan or a longer downrod to provide the best airflow. Consider a low-profile or flush mount ceiling fan if your room has a lower ceiling.
For the best safety and efficacy, your ceiling fan should be at least seven feet above the floor and 18 inches from the walls.
Ceiling Fan Style
Although its primary function is to improve airflow, a ceiling fan can also act as a decorative element in your bedroom. Once you find the right size ceiling fan, you can focus on the more creative (and fun!) part: its style. There are several factors to consider when choosing a fan, including its design, blade material, and finish.
Fan Design
Because there are a wide variety of ceiling fans to consider, narrow down the design style you want to save time while browsing. If your bedroom already has a specific look and feel, you can find a ceiling fan to match. If you're starting fresh, your ceiling fan can act as the initial inspiration behind your room’s design.
Some of the most popular ceiling fan styles are:
- Modern and Contemporary
- Coastal, Tropical, and Nautical
- Traditional and Classic
- Rustic and Cottage
- Industrial and Urban
If you can't quite find the perfect style for your bedroom in an off-the-shelf model, put your creativity to work and design your own ceiling fan. At Dan’s Fan City, our customers can create their own unique ceiling fan with the features, style, and capabilities they’re looking for.
Blade Materials
Just as ceiling fan blades come in all shapes and sizes, they also come in many different materials, including:
- Wood
- Plastic
- Metal
- Poly Resin
- Fabric
Of course, the style you choose will influence the blade material, but you can also select your material first to find or build a fan that's unique to you and your room. In addition, you can find ceiling fans with different amounts of blades to match your specifications and style.
Ceiling Fan Finish
A ceiling fan’s finish can add the final touch you’re looking for to your bedroom. There are tons of options to enhance your fan and, ultimately, your space:
- Brass
- Bronze
- Oil Rubbed Bronze
- White
- Black
- Brown
- Aluminum
- Nickel
- Brushed Nickel
- Chrome
- Copper
- Driftwood
- Steel
- Stainless Steel
- Satin Steel
- Galvanized
- Green
Ceiling Fan Lighting
Because bedrooms are typically smaller than your home’s common areas, every square inch of floor and surface space counts. Free up valuable real estate in your bedroom and centralize your lighting by replacing lamps and other light fixtures with a lighted ceiling fan.
Lighting options for your ceiling fan include:
- LED light kits are low-profile lights that are long-lasting and energy-saving. These are particularly great for smaller bedrooms, as they take up very little space.
- Fluorescent and compact fluorescent lights (CFLs) are an energy-efficient option that allows you to control the light temperature in your bedroom.
- Standard base bulbs are a cost-effective and common lighting solution.
You can also add a custom light fixture such as a decorative bowl light, spotlight, fitter, or lantern to your fan to boost its aesthetic appeal. These fixtures can be found in a range of styles that incorporate different colors, textures, and designs.
Find Your Perfect Bedroom Ceiling Fan at Dan’s Fan City
Your bedroom is your sanctuary. It's where you sleep, relax, and rejuvenate. You take the time to research and invest in things like your mattress, pillows, linens, lighting, decor, and more to maximize your comfort — choosing a ceiling fan for your bedroom should be no different.
At Dan’s Fan City, we can help you find the perfect fit for your unique space. What’s more, we stand behind our products with a warranty repair or replacement on qualifying items, giving you the peace of mind to trust your investment.
Shop our selection of high-quality ceiling fans or design your own custom ceiling fan today.