Chandelier or ceiling fan in Master with High Ceiling? Any regrets??
mjammjam
6 years ago
I love the look of chandeliers in masters with high ceilings. My contractor said that a fan is more practical for moving air even with A/C on. If so, are there any really cool, beautiful ceiling fans? I was looking forward to a sparkly chandelier, but now am rethinking it.......
I live in NY if it matters.
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PROSabrina Alfin Interiors
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Comments (7)Kim, Thank you so very much! The fan is made by Craftmade Fans. Made right here in Texas :) I knew I didn't want to go with another *big box* (China made) store brand and did my research as to what made a good fan. A heavy duty motor and pitch of the blades are important. They are a combination of good quality and good price. We installed two, one in the master bedroom and bathroom. The style (that I incorrectly indicated on my list of materials) is Pheonix NOT Cordova. The price was just under $150 Below is a link to the Pheonix. There are TWO pages of blade color/motor color combos. I bought ours on line at hansenwholesale.com 1(800)201-1193. Great customer service and quick delivery (no tax). I didn't order the remote at the time, but I'm going to do so right now. The chandy is by AF Lighting. Monica Here is a link that might be useful: Craftmade Pheonix Ceiling Fan...See MoreHigh ceiling lighting dilemma! Separate fan and lights? Other options?
Comments (9)If there is anywhere to use recessed lighting it would be your kitchen. Also add under cabinet LED's. Once those are done, you may find the addition of 3 pendants here a bit of overkill. As for the ceiling fan, is it needed in warm weather? Fan lights rarely serve as room illumination except for getting in when its totally dark. They are completely inadequate for anything else. Looks like you're sampling some paint colors by the stairs. Don't go for the paint until the lighting is completed so you get true colors. If you key paint to current lighting you'll be disappointed with it when the upgraded lights go in. I think a pair of chandeliers for each of your dining areas will be a big help. Some uplights under plants flanking the TV could be a nice touch. You may want to consider unloading the mantel of its clutter and having sconces installed on that wall. The windows seem awfully low, so a "fool-the-eye" window treatment that uses shades and panels to visually extend the window onto the wall above it will be a big improvement to your overall look. Here's a chart to help with TV/sofa placement. and a chart for picking a rug, which you should consider to anchor the sofa and seating group....See MoreHigh ceilings, where to put ceiling fan?
Comments (12)Are you replacing all the drywall? Moving electrical gets quite difficult if not. You may need to rewire all the way to the switch and also install a hefty box - fan rated and all. From the angle of the shot, the current placement looks too close to the windows even with a downrod. But either way, your pics don't really tell enough about the room to give a good answer....See MoreCeiling fan verses chandelier (or combo) for elevated great room?
Comments (8)The house we just moved out of after 20 years had 2 ceiling fans in the cathedral ceiling. They ran 24 hours a day for those 20 years, we even flipped the switch to change the direction summer and winter. House was heated with forced air, well insulated but had no a/c. We found the house more comfortable with them running than not. The new house plan is to have a ceiling fan in the living room and all bedrooms. We like them. We like the windows open when we can and it's nice to have the fans on low. I'm saving the chandelier for the dining table....See More
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