5 Most Important
Things To Know Before Picking Your Ceiling Fan
Although almost every household in Singapore has an
air-conditioner thanks to the country’s treacherous weather,
lots of Singaporeans are however increasingly turning to
ceiling fans after discovering just how cost effective
ceiling fans are compared to air conditioners not to mention
the many benefits these appliances offer. First, a ceiling
fan will not just cool down your house but it will also help
lower your electricity consumption significantly and further
give you better comfort as well.
Secondly, a ceiling fan is a more energy efficient
alternative to an air conditioner in the sense that it
operates using lesser electricity, thus making it an
excellent choice for homeowners keen on saving on their
daily electricity consumption so as to bring down their
overall energy bills. But like with anything else, ceiling
fans aren’t made equal. Again, with numerous types and
models of ceiling fans already in the market, then lots of
Singaporeans can find it confusing to pick the ceiling fans
that best suit their air-cooling needs. Nevertheless, this
doesn’t suggest that one can’t find a great ceiling fan for
their needs. In fact, choosing a ceiling fan can be
surprisingly easy granted you know what to look for in a
ceiling fan.
Here are 5 most important things to know prior
to choosing your ceiling fan. 1. Is the model energy-efficient?
Living in Singapore’s hot and humid climate requires one to
have their ceiling fan turned on almost throughout the day.
Although it is widely known that ceiling fans are more
energy-efficient than air conditioners, there are still some
types and models of ceiling fans especially the older
versions that require more electrical power . That is why
you should find out how energy-efficient that ceiling fan
you are about to purchase is. If possible, always choose
your ceiling fan from the models that come with
energy-saving DC motors. These models are known to save 60
to 70% electrical energy, thus helping lower your overall
monthly energy bills. Some of the popular energy-saving
ceiling fans such as Aerahaus Aeraton AE3 and Relite Helix
consume electrical energy equivalent to energy-saving bulbs.
To find out how energy-efficient a ceiling fan is, look
whether it has an Energy Star Label. If it doesn’t have this
label, then you shouldn’t expect your energy bills to come
down especially during those hot days when the fan has to be
turned on throughout the day.
2. The amount of noise produced by the ceiling fan
Nothing can be more distracting and irritating than having a
noisy ceiling fan whirring above your head. Although most
ceiling fans emit an acceptable amount of noise thanks to
the air turbulence, there are however some cheap models that
are quite noisy while in operation. Therefore, test the
model you are about to buy to find the amount of noise it
produces prior to purchasing it. Again, do a bit of research
on some of the most silent efficient ceiling fans on the
market and then pick the model that best fits your budget
and performance needs. With so many models such as AE3
ceiling fans available on the market, then finding the most
silent model for you home can be such an easy task.
Moreover, always pick silent-operating fans for bedrooms and
other rooms in your home where silence is greatly required.
3. Size of your rooms
Space is a crucial factor to consider when picking your
ceiling fan. In fact, it is the space you have that will
determine the actual size of the ceiling fan to install in
each room of your home. Considering that ceiling fans don’t
come in one-size-fits-all, then you have to pick the right
size for each room. Bigger rooms will definitely require
bigger fans for maximum cooling, while smaller rooms can do
just fine with small-sized fans. But there are variations in
both big and small-sized fans, and thus it is imperative you
know the exact size of every room so that you can get a fan
that properly fits into each room at the same time providing
the best cooling possible.
4. Look at the features
Though the features of a ceiling fan vary from one model to
the other, there are however some basic features that a
standard model shouldn’t lack. It always helps to look at
the features of a particular model, thanks to the fact that
the more features a model has, the more versatile and
effective it is. Here are some of the most important
features to look for in a ceiling fan before making a
purchase.
Blade material
most ceiling fans have wooden blades while others have
stainless steel, plastic and aluminium blades. Though there
isn’t much difference in the cooling ability between ceiling
fans with different blade material, fans with stainless
steel blades tend to be more durable. Again, fans with
plastic or wooden blades are overly quieter and thus they
are an excellent choice for bedrooms. Besides blade
material, you should also look at the number of blades that
a ceiling fan has. For maximum cooling especially in larger
living spaces such as in living rooms, it is recommended you
go for a fan with at least 5 blades. Smaller spaces can do
perfectly fine with a 3-blade ceiling fan.
Ease of use
when it comes to ease of use, remote-controlled ceiling fans
are by far the easiest to use, as opposed to the older
versions of fans that are operated with a pull-cord dangling
from the ceiling fan itself. Remote-controlled fans aren’t
just easy to use, but they are also the easiest to change
settings whenever you please.
Warranty
the fact that a ceiling fan has a limited warranty under its
belt serves as a clear sign that its manufacturer has full
confidence in its performance, and thus they are willing to
make a refund just in case the model breaks down because the
warrant duration has timed out. Therefore, it is prudent you
go for a model with a limited warranty. Always aim at
purchasing the model with the longest warranty period when
shopping for your ceiling fan.
5. The style of the ceiling fan
Ceiling fans are available in a wide array of styles. For
instance, there are standard ceiling fans, low profile
ceiling fans and ceiling fans with lights. No matter which
style you pick, it needs to properly complement the décor of
your house. That way, you can have a fan that is cooling
your house during those extremely hot afternoons while at
the same time promoting the esthetic value of your house.
Conclusion
A ceiling fan is an invaluable appliance for any Singaporean
household and a cost-effective alternative to the costly air
conditioner. However, there is more to purchasing a ceiling
fan than just having a budget to purchase one and knowing
where to shop for one. As such, do whatever it takes to
ensure you pick the best model for your home especially now
that you are already acquainted with most important things
to look for in a ceiling fan.
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