Most common mistake home owners make when selecting a ceiling fan is that they go directly for the style and color. Although having a ceiling fan that will go with the color and style of the room is important, Generally larger rooms would require bigger fans Living Room Maximum Square Feet (sf): 400 sf Maximum Square Meter 37 Recommended Fan Blade Size: 50-56? Small Room size -i.e. Bed Room Maximum Square Feet (sf): 100 sf Maximum Square Meter 9.29 Sm Recommended Fan Blade Size: 30-48?. install the ceiling fans 8’ to 9’ above the floor.
Do not compromise by going for a budget and cheap ceiling fan that will produce “humming noises” after some usage. Instead, go for a good quality motor ceiling fan as better quality fan motors will have more power to allow for better fan blade pitching. Usually the ceiling fans with better quality motor cost slightly more. A good indication would be to have a go at the different ceiling fans at the store and pay attention to the sound of its motor. Usually what you hear is what you will get. If possible, choose a ceiling fan with the Energy Star label. Higher rating energy efficient ceiling fan are usually about 15%-20% in energy efficiency as per compared to the normal standard models.
Do remember also to look out for a ceiling fan with a good warranty period.