Ceiling fans are still in style and offer both airflow and visual appeal; many are customizable. Size and height matter—ensure at least 7 feet of clearance and match fan diameter to room size. Fans ...

Turning on a ceiling fan is one way to help cool you off during the summer heat. You can also use that same fan to heat up a room during the winter, provided it’s spinning the right way. During the ...

Installing a ceiling fan transforms any room into a more comfortable, energy-efficient space while adding both functionality and aesthetic appeal. Whether you're upgrading an existing light fixture or ...

It might not seem like a smart idea to use ceiling fans when your room is cold, but energy experts actually recommend using a ...

Cold weather means it’s time to adjust your ceiling fan and – hopefully – save a little on heating bills. In the summer, ceiling fans should operate counterclockwise to circulate the air in a room to ...

Dear James: I bought a ceiling fan two summers ago and am just getting around to installing it this winter. Can this be a one-person job? And do you have any tips? — Cheryl S. Dear Cheryl: A ceiling ...

In summer, set your ceiling fan to spin counterclockwise to create a cool downdraft and improve comfort. Using a ceiling fan correctly can help you raise the thermostat by up to 4 degrees and cut ...

Anyone who’s used an overhead ceiling fan knows it can be a pain to work. Yanking its chain gets the motor running, but there ...

MOLINE, Ill — Ceiling fans do more than just give off a nice breeze to help cool you down during the summer months. Did you know they can also help you save on your heating bill during the winter ...

Despite an early start, this summer's Texas heat is likely to persist through the end of October. And if you have an older home, or just don't want to break the bank, air conditioning may not be an ...