Which ceiling fan should I buy?
Yes, you are right, the bigger the room, the larger the fan needed to generate sufficient air movement for cool breeze. But there are other factors that affect the performance of the ceiling fan. They are
Motor speed. The higher the speed, the greater the breeze. However, choosing a fan that is too small for your room and switching the fan to its maximum speed to compensate for the air flow will result in the fan’s motor burning out at a faster rate.
Blade pitch. The greater the angle of the blades in relation to the motor, the larger the air movement. 12 to 15 degree is the optimal blade’s pitch.
Run your fan blades counterclockwise direction for a cooler breeze. Running your fan blades in the opposite direction, clockwise pushes the warm air down resulting in more heat being distributed throughout the room.
Minimum distance between the ceiling, wall and floor has to be followed to enjoy optimum air circulation.
What is the right size ceiling fan for my home?
Refer to the aforementioned minimum distance guide between the ceiling, wall and floor to determine the right size ceiling fan for your home. Below is a general reference that you may refer to.
Does the number of blades affect the performance of the ceiling fan?
No, the number of blades has no impact on the air flow. It is more of personal preference on the number of blades that suits your overall home design.
Do I need a remote control?
If you only have one wired access point for ceiling fan with light, you will need a remote control. Otherwise, the light will always be on when the fan is switched on. Having the remote control allows you to switch the fan and light on or off separately.
Running an extra wire for the ceiling fan’s light is also possible for you to switch on/off the fan and light independently. However, adding a new point may be more costly than installing a remote control.