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Is a 52 inch fan too big?
The ALA recommends a 29- to 36-inch fan for a room up to 75 square feet, such as a bathroom; a 36- to 42-inch fan for a medium-size room up to 144 square feet; and a 50- to 54-inch fan for a room around 225 square feet; 54- and 60-inch or larger fans are available for larger spaces.
What size ceiling fan moves the most air?
A flush-mount ceiling fan with a high CFM will move the most air for you. You’ll want to look for a high-flow model that has a 7000 CFM rating at minimum if you want a lot of air movement in your room.
What is the correct ceiling fan size?
Ceiling Fan Size Guide
| Blade Span | Good for | Room Size |
|---|---|---|
| 29″ to 36″ | Bathrooms, Breakfast Nooks, Utility Rooms | Up to 75 sq. ft |
| 42″ to 48″ | Bedrooms, Kitchens, Dining Rooms | Up to 175 sq. ft |
| 52″ to 56″ | Large Bedrooms, Family Rooms, Media Rooms | Up to 350 sq. ft |
| 60″ or larger | Great Rooms, Other Large Spaces | More than 350 sq. ft |
What is the difference between 1200mm and 1400mm ceiling fans?
Size: The air delivered by a ceiling fan is generally proportional to its sweep. Fans with higher sweep mean it can deliver more air, but the area of air spread determines its efficacy. A bigger room (10′ x 12′ to 12′ x 12′) would require a fan with a sweep between 1200mm to 1400mm.
What happens if your ceiling fan is too big?
It’s important to understand how size and height affect the fan’s efficiency and overall look of a room. A ceiling fan that’s too big will overpower the room’s design and visually pull the ceiling downwards; a fan that’s too small won’t properly circulate the air.
What size ceiling fan do I need for a 12×12 room?
Ceiling Fan Size Chart
| ROOM | CFM | FAN SIZE |
|---|---|---|
| 10′ x 10′ | 4,000 – 5,500 | 37″ to 48″ |
| 12′ x 12′ | 6,200 – 7,500 | 49″ to 56″ |
| 15′ x 15′ | 7,000 – 9,000 | 60″ to 72″ |
| Larger | 9,000 – 11,000 | Over 72″ |
Does the number of blades matter on a ceiling fan?
As a rule, as the number of blades goes up, the fan tends to be quieter and circulates less air. Additional blades increase the drag on a ceiling fan’s motor and slow it down.
How many blades on a ceiling fan make the best airflow?
Most ceiling fans deigned for the home come with 4 to 5 blades for the ideal balance between the amount of air circulated and the amount of ambient noise. Whether you are looking for a new ceiling fan or wanting to replace an old fan, Martec has the right fan for you.
How long are the blades on a 42 inch ceiling fan?
I measured the Replacement Blades for AirrForce 42″ Hugger Style RV Ceiling Fan # 277-000398 for you and they are 16- 5/8 inches long with 4 inches wide at the bottom and 4-7/8 inches wide at the top.
What is the best rpm for ceiling fan?
Customers looking at fan speed should check the fans RPM (Rotations per minute of the blades). The standard 1200 mm (48) fan, runs at 300/350 RPM while the Hi-Speed fan runs at 380/390 RPM or so. Ideally, a ceiling fan should be about 7-9 feet off the ground.
Is a 3 or 5 blade ceiling fan better?
When it comes to design and aesthetic look, the 3 bladed ceiling fan is more pleasing than the 5 bladed. Generally, the more blades the ceiling fan has, the quieter it is and circulates less air. Ceiling fan with more blades can increase the drag on the motor and affects its movement.