Hugger Fans are a Great Alternative for Low Ceilings |
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Homes these days come in all shapes and sizes. Many homes have high vaulted ceilings, some have high flat ceilings, some have average height ceilings and still others may have low ceilings. Low ceilings are especially common in apartments, condos, town homes, and single story older model homes. Although a standard model ceiling fan is a great source of airflow for a home with ceilings that are at least 8 feet, what about all of these spaces that have low level ceilings such as apartments and older homes? For these spaces you can still install a ceiling fan for air movement without sacrificing safety as long as you choose the correct ceiling fan model. Standard ceiling fans are not built for every home situation and it is sometimes necessary to use a hugger or low profile ceiling fan. Low ceilings do not mean that style should be sacrificed in any way. Just because you live in an apartment, condo, town home, older home, or any place with a low ceiling does not mean that you have to choose a fan that does not come fully equipped with style. Today’s hugger ceiling fans come is hundreds of styles that are sure to compliment the décor in your low ceiling living space no matter what your tastes are. Don’t be fooled into thinking that you can’t have a ceiling fan in a room just because the ceiling is not a standard 8 feet from the floor. Definitely don’t be fooled into thinking that you can’t be comfortable. Most of all, don’t give up style for comfort. You can have it all with a hugger ceiling fan—comfort and style in a room with a low ceiling. |
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Hugger Fans are Constructed Similar to Standard Ceiling Fans Hugger fans look very similar to standard ceiling fans. They are constructed much like a standard ceiling fan model with a few small exceptions. Hugger fans do not hang from a downrod the way most standard model ceiling fans do. They are constructed such that they mount flush with the ceiling for maximum distance between the blades and the floor.Most hugger models are built much like standard models with the exception of the downrod. Some have smaller fan motors or blades with less pitch to reduce the amount of reverberation that is often the effect of a fans blades being too close to the ceiling. Unfortunately the lack of space between the blades and the ceiling result in a lack of air movement efficiency when compared to standard model fans. Hugger Fans Save SpaceHugger fans were built for space conservation. They are flush mounted to the ceiling to conserve as much floor to blade height as possible. This makes hugger fans perfect for use in areas with low ceilings. In order to check the floor to ceiling height for proper placement of fan blades, you must take into account the distance that the fan hangs from the ceiling. While many traditional or standard model ceiling fans hang 12-24 inches from the ceiling a hugger fan typically hangs less than 12 inches from the ceiling with the blades themselves at approximately 8 inches from the ceiling reducing the amount of floor to ceiling height that is necessary for fan safety. When is it Necessary to Use a Hugger Fan? Many Hugger Fans Have Light KitsWhen choosing a hugger fan for a room you may want a fan that includes a light kit. There are many low profile fans available that have light kits included. Although a light kit will add to the fans overall length from the ceiling they are still safe for use in most areas where a normal hugger fan would be used.Keep in mind that adding a light kit to a fan will also add 6-10 inches or more to the fans total length from the ceiling. If the fan will be walked under then in many cases adding a light kit is not the safest decision. Hugger Ceiling Fan Brand ReviewEvery home has its own special style or décor. Some boast a tropical setting while others are traditional. Many homes today feature modern décor and still others are 100% contemporary. No matter what style your home renders there is a hugger fan that is both suitable and beautiful for those smaller spaces. We have reviewed the following two brands to identify their best hugger ceiling fan.Tropical style is one of the most popular design styles today. It features jungle themes, restful colors, and natural textural elements. With the tropical style your home should feel like an oasis where you can relax and enjoy the comfort of ocean breezes. A low lying ceiling should not prevent you from enjoying  the feel of an ocean breeze that you can create at the flick or a switch.For tropical style breezes in rooms with low ceilings the Las Islas ceiling fan from the Minka Aire brand is a beautiful choice. This fan was inspired by the Caribbean Islands with comfort in mind. The unique motor finish features a background of textured leaves with the look of bamboo. The fan blades are a beautiful sand dune finish with lots of  detail and texture. The blades feature long textured lines that add to a restful look that is perfect for a tropical theme.Including the light kit, the Las Islas fan in the Baracaro finish from Minka Aire only hangs a total of 11 inches from the ceiling. The downlight features an Integrated 100watt Halogen Light in Double French Scavo Glass.  For rooms with low ceilings and low lighting, it is important to use a hugger fan that has a good source of light without taking up the added space that many light kits need. From Modern Fan Company, the Aurora Hugger ceiling fan was designed specifically with low ceilings and maximum light in mind. The Aurora Ceiling Fan hangs only 13 inches from the ceiling and features a high-output, indirect light source. The light uses a 40 watt Circuline Fluorescent bulb which is comparable to a 180 watt incandescent light. The Aurora is available in two finish options to coordinate in any room of the home: Gloss White—perfect for a bedroom or living area Brushed Aluminum—perfect for a more contemporary look For homes with a traditional décor, the Calais from Minka Aire is a beautiful choice for low lying ceilings.  A traditional style room should feel comfortable and familiar. No stainless steel or brushed aluminum looks here, just good old woods with a mixture of both straight and curved lines.The Calais ceiling fan comes in three finish options to coordinate perfectly with traditional furnishings
The motor finish features an elegant etched leaf design in a warm wood grain finish. The soft smooth edges of this fans blades will create a sense of comfort and home in any room. Including the light which features Venetian Scavo glass, the Calais ceiling fan hangs a short 12 inches from the ceiling making it a great choice for a traditional space that does not feature a high ceiling. No matter what your homes style is, there is a hugger fan that will look beautiful in any room of the home. These fans are a great choice for comfort in any home with a low ceiling. There is no longer a need to sacrifice comfort, style, or beauty due to low lying ceilings. Low ceiling adapters are available with many fans as well. Hugger fans are a safe and beautiful addition to a home. | |||
 Article created on Jul 17 by marylmphr
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