Even though Coral Springs won’t be plagued by icy roads and low temperatures, it is still useful to know how to prepare your home if there is a temperature dip. Your ceiling fans are a great asset when it comes to temperature regulation and airflow, so we want to give you some tips on how to best use your fans to do so.

Your Thermostat is the First Step

ceilingfans_winter_blog_innerimageBefore you do anything with your ceiling fan, start by adjusting your thermostat. If you are continually adjusting your fan speed and spin direction, it will only have so much of an effect depending on the temperature your air system is circulating. If you are cold, take the time to raise the temperature on your thermostat’s display to whatever warmth you prefer. If it’s a bit too hot for your taste, set the air conditioner to blow cool air at a comfortable, but not frigid, temperature. This will set the table for your fans to take over.

Fans Spin Both Ways

Ever noticed an odd-looking switch on the base of your fan that you’ve been too scared to flip and see what happens? Well, let’s give you some peace of mind: that switch will not destroy your fan or your home’s electrical system. It actually allows your fan to perform a nifty trick: spin reversal. This is the biggest key to circulating air throughout a room in the most efficient way possible. For those warm (or sweltering) months, your fan should be circulating counter-clockwise, which is also considered “forward.” If your fan is rotating forward, air will be pushed back down across the room, giving the illusion of a breeze. In the colder times, though, you want your fan to spin clockwise, or in reverse. When you reverse your ceiling fan, hot air in the room will be pulled up into the fan and redistributed around the outside of the room. This keeps heat moving, while also relieving you of the breeze effect the forward spin provides.

The Shape of Your Room Matters

ceilingfans_winter_blog_innerimage2Overhead fans are a great option for almost every room. However, if you are utilizing them in order to create an even distribution of heat during a cold snap (so, around 60 degrees here in Florida), keep in mind the layout of certain rooms. A living room with a high, cathedral-like ceiling will be less impacted by fan heat distribution because of the uneven shape, disrupting the airflow. Beautiful Things Lighting knows that Florida is where people seek refuge from the colder states of the Union. However, it is important to know the tricks a fan has up its sleeve in case you do ever need them. If you have any other questions or are looking for the next ceiling fan and lighting fixture for your home, stop by our Coral Springs showroom today!