With summer just around the corner, we’re sure temperatures are sure to rise! And with the Australian climate, it’s bound to get scorching hot.
Here’s how to make sure you stay cool as a cucumber all summer long.
Getting the Best Option
While both ceiling fans and air cons are great at keeping you cool, air cons will be significantly more expensive than ceiling fans. Not only are they more expensive up front, but they also cost more to use so it’s really no surprise that a ceiling fan is a more energy efficient way to keep you and your home cool during those harsh summer months. Despite using less power and electricity than an air con, a ceiling fan can cool down a room by an incredible 7°C .
Replacing Old Fans
Ceiling fans from yesteryear have little to offer both in terms of style and efficiency. Apart from the outdated designs, they can consume more energy while offering less cooling power. Upgrading your ceiling fans to a modern model can cut your electricity bill by up to 80%!
Newer models also come with summer/winter settings. During the hot summer months, your ceiling fan should rotate anti-clockwise to push cool air down to the floor. Once autumn months bring in the chill and the temperature starts to drop, it’s time to reverse the direction and lower the speed to pull cool air up.
The Eglo Noosa comes with a number of features including reversible rotations, a timer setting and 5 different speeds.
Browse the entire Eglo fans here
Going Green
Despite opting for a newer model, your energy bill could still see a huge spike if you aren’t careful about the ceiling fans you choose. Luckily for us, there are a number of energy-efficient ceiling fan options available in the market today.
Some energy-saving fans, such as the Eagle DC Ceiling Fan, use as little as 35 watts of energy (the equivalent of a light globe!) while still offering the same cooling factor as non-green models.
Understanding the Environment
There are a lot of factors to consider when choosing the right fan for your home or commercial space. Where you will install your ceiling fan will greatly affect the material and design you should choose.
For outdoor or even bathroom settings, you should opt for ceiling fans which are designs for wet and damp environments.
The Revolution 3 is made with die-cast aluminum blades making it the perfect option for damp or outdoor areas.
For indoor use such as in the bedroom or living room, we recommend the Monterey DC Ceiling Fan which features stylish timber look finish. Best of all, it comes with a built-in light so it also doubles as an additional light source!
Choosing the Right Size
Another important factor when choosing a ceiling fan is its size. As a general rule, the smaller your room, the smaller the fan and the closer it has to be to the ceiling. As your room gets bigger, so should your fan’s blades and length of its down rod.
Finding the Right Style
Ceiling fans have come a long way and serve more than just a practical function. These days, ceiling fans are a great way to show your sense of style.
This Cooya model has blades made with unique leaf patterns to give your home that tropical feel.
For a more minimalist look, the understated matte black blades of the Concorde-II is a great option.
Online Lighting has an extensive range of energy-efficient ceiling fans in a number of sizes, designs and materials to complement any space. Shop through our collection now!
