Ceiling fans vs Light fixtures?

9 years ago

last modified: 9 years ago

Can fellow houzzers weigh in on the pros/cons of fans vs. lighting fixtures in bedrooms? I have ugly old ceiling fans in every bedroom of my home that need upgraded or replaced with lighting fixtures. I personally don't use ceiling fans too often, but when I started to look in to it, fans seemed to be preferred? What do you prefer and why? I am located in the Midwest.

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Libbmom

9 years ago

Ceiling fan in our bedroom is on 24/7 all year...window is usually cracked a little too unless it is bitter cold outside...our fans do not have light kits with the exception of the kitchen...which I rarely turn on...the only overhead lighting I like is chandelier over table or over bar area in kitchen, or in foyer area...otherwise I could care less about overhead lighting

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Patricia Colwell Consulting
9 years ago
I like a really awesome chandalier to add some drama to the room along with good reading lamps whether wall monted or on night tables.
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flair lighting
9 years ago
fans move air, and some people like that. if you are planning on selling then worry about the fan, get one with an updated light kit. if you are staying than do what makes you happy!
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jn3344
9 years ago
My in laws nearly fainted when I didn't have a ceiling fan in the guest room. I suppose I have to install one now. I guess people really really like them in bedrooms.
sandkshouse
9 years ago
For me, ceiling fans are a must. The fan in our master bedroom is on from May 1 straight thru the end of September.
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Laura Redd Interiors
9 years ago
Ceiling fans to chandeliers is always a great debate. I feel it is room driven. Bedrooms in the south almost require them for the air circulation. However in a high ceiling living room or family room, I would gravitate to a chandelier for added drama to the space.
Think about your space and style of living- choose accordingly!!
Eric White
7 years ago
I vote ceiling fans!
drbarb03
7 years ago
We have fans in most rooms (midwest location, too). We heat primarily with wood in the winter and they aid in circulation. In addition, the dining and living rooms have vaulted ceilings so the fans are needed to get that hot air back down to "living level."
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Hansen Wholesale
7 years ago
Ceiling fans can cool you off and brighten your day. The styles available now can certainly rival a chandelier or flush mount lighting fixture. Ceiling fans may also be more attractive to potential buyers if you ever plan to sell your home. The ultimate way to go about making the determination is to see how various ceiling fans will look in your room before you buy one. You can do this by using the "Ceiling Fan Room Settings Viewer"
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