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It's that time of the year again when a ceiling fan plays a crucial part in cooling down a home to a comfortable level.  We all know how the economy is going these days and central air may not be in everyone's budget and not so economically friendly.  Selecting the best ceiling fan will make a big difference in the cooling down of your home, but beware when you choose your ceiling fan to take into consideration these tips because there are many fans that do not generate the air flow and will leave you very hot and unhappy.

Throughout the years I have tried several ceiling fans and have come to the conclusion that Casablanca ceiling fans generate the greatest performance in a ceiling fan.  Here are some reasons as to why buy a Casablanca Fan

  • They have the most powerful motors in their class as well as offer a lifetime warranty on several motors
  • Heavy-gauge copper windings and larger stack heights provide quieter, cooler operation
  • The dynamically balanced rubber silent flex flywheel absorbs vibration and eliminates noise
  • Lifetime lubricated precision ball bearings ensure maintenance free performance
  • XLP and XLP plus motors draw less than one amp of energy the equivalent to a 100 watt lightbulb the cost to operate the ceiling fan is 6 cents per day.  This is 50 times less energy than an air conditioner
  • Fan blades are set at the optimum pitch to provide maximum airflow at each speed setting
  • You can save up to 40 percent on cooling costs and 10 percent on heating costs by operating a Casablanca fan year round
  • Also many of Casablanca Ceiling fans are energy star rated

I personally own several panama ceiling fans in my home, and I have never seen a fan that works so great and is super quiet.  Call me at any time and I will help you select the perfect fan for you, as well as get the correct size fan for your room. 

Casablanca Ceiling Fans are created with an eye for timeless design, to be classic fixtures in the home that will be enjoyed for generations. With over 30 distinctive Casablanca fan styles to choose from, including ceiling and portable fan models, a Casablanca fan is a seamless accent to any interior setting. This video explains more about Casablanca products.

When shopping for a ceiling fan, ask yourself a few questions about the fan(s) you currently own or have owned in the past.

  1. Are your fan's materials chosen solely for quality and durability?
  2. Are your fan's blades made of real wood (not fiberboard)?
  3. Is your fan's motor powerful and quiet and covered by a lifetime warranty?
  4. Could your fan be easily installed by one person?
  5. Is your fan's finish jewel-like?
  6. Does your fan's design leave no room for compromise?
  7. Is your fan supported by a nationwide In-Home service network?

If you answered yes to all of these questions, congratulations - you are the owner of a Casablanca ceiling fan. If not, you should upgrade to a Casablanca model that will provide you with style and comfort for many years to come.

Casablanca Heritage Ceiling Fan

Casablanca fans offer quality in every detail, including timeless design, quality parts, and superior energy efficiency. Casablanca products represent the synergy of elegance, versatility, efficiency, endurance, and comfort.

Casablanca fans are also engineered to work smarter, not harder, which contributes to energy savings. Casablanca motors move more cubic feet of air per minute while using significantly less energy. Flan blades are set at the optimum pitch to provide maximum airflow at each speed setting. Even at the highest setting, each fan consumes about the same amount of power as a 100-watt bulb.

Superior engineering and thorough testing and inspection make Casablanca fans high-quality products that withstand the test of time. Casablanca also creates long-term relationships with customers by offering the most comprehensive warranty and service programs in the industry.

Grand Light is an authorized Casablanca dealer and service center. Browse through a wide selection of ceiling fans from the Casablanca Fan Company. Then come to Grand Light's retail showroom to see "the Casablanca Difference."

To get a preview of some of Casablanca's ceiling fans in action, check out this video:
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Ceiling Fan Control Systems

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When choosing a ceiling fan, keep in mind that different styles are compatible with different ceiling fan control systems. These controls tailor your ceiling fan's functions to your specific needs. With customized settings, you can adjust the speed of the fan and the intensity of the light for maximum comfort and convenience.

Casablanca Whitman Ceiling Fan

In the past, ceiling fan controls were limited to pull chains for speed and light adjustments. Ceiling fans with this old-fashioned control system can be inconvenient to operate.

Computer technology has improved ceiling fan control systems and made them very convenient and simple to use.  Modern ceiling fan controls range from wall-mounted slides to hand-held remotes with a variety of features.

Some control systems use advanced technology to add sophisticated features to your ceiling fan. These systems include Casablanca's Inteli-Touch, Advan-Touch, Versa-Touch2, and Adapt-Touch.

The benefits of these systems are outlined below, along with several other ceiling fan control options. 

Inteli-Touch

Casablanca Inteli-Touch Ceiling Fan ControlThis system allows full range light dimming, totally silent operation, and ceiling fan speed control. With six variable fan speeds in forward and reverse, you can select customized comfort levels and ambiance. 

This system is powered by computer technology, using the two wires already in place in your home. A third wire is not required, avoiding the need for costly electrical work.

Inteli-Touch provides the following technology:

Fan Minder®
Fan speed is automatically adjusted as you sleep to compensate for cooler night air, providing all-night comfort.

Safe-Exit®

Lights turn off 30 seconds after pressing the light button, giving ample time to leave a room without stumbling in the dark.

Home-Safe®
A controlled lighting cycle makes your home appear occupied when you're not there.

Light Minder®
Lights automatically turn off two hours after they are turned on. A real energy saver!
Advan-Touch™

Casablanca Advan-Touch Ceiling Fan ControlCasablanca's Advan-Touch is the newest remote control system. Wall-mounted or hand-held, Advan-Touch combines a user-friendly design with a large LCD display and intuitive controls for fan and lighting with programmable features.

You can use one Advan-Touch remote to control several fans in your home or work space.  This feature allows you to program multiple ceiling fans with one simple system. You can also purchase an extra control to operate one fan from different locations.

Advan-Touch features:

Variable Speeds
Select customized comfort levels and ambiance with a variety of six fan speeds in forward and reverse.

Safe-Exit™
Lights turn off 30 seconds after pressing the light button, giving ample time to leave a room without stumbling in the dark.

Home-Safe™
A controlled lighting cycle makes your home appear occupied when you're not there.

Liquid Crystal Display
Large easy to read LCD window displays light intensity, fan speed, airflow direction, and mode of operation.
Versa-Touch2™

Casablanca Versa-Touch2 Ceiling Fan ControlThe Versa-Touch2 is a hand-held wireless remote that runs on one 9-volt battery. It may be used alone to control several fans, or with extra controls to operate a single fan from different locations.

The Versa-Touch2 allows you to:

  • Operate separate fan and light functions within a 35 foot radius
  • Choose three forward or reverse fan speeds
  • Use a full spectrum of light dimming and memory
  • Eliminate interference with 32 programmable transmission channels
  • Add an optional wall plate bracket
Adapt-Touch [W-52]

Adapt-Touch adds remote control convenience to Casablanca 3-Speed fans. You can use one Adapt-Touch to control several fans, or purchase extra controls to operate one fan from different locations. 

Adapt-Touch allows you to:

  • Easily convert new or existing Casablanca 3-Speed Pull Chain models equipped with a Hang-Tru® canopy
  • Choose three fan speeds and full range light dimming (on models equipped with a light fixture)
  • Use a hand held remote that includes switch plate bracket for wall mounting
  • Easily install the receiver in the Hang-Tru canopy of the fan
W-80

Casablanca W-80 Fan ControlThis system is the industry's leading optional fan and light control, featuring 4 speeds in forward and reverse. It operates one ceiling fan. 

  • Noise-free circuitry and quiet operation
  • Continuously variable light dimming (300 watt max) 120VAC, 50/60Hz, 1.5Amp rating
  • Requires special wiring (a third wire)
W-1811

Casablanca W-1811 Ceiling Fan ControlThis system is an attractive dual slide optional fan and light control. It operates one ceiling fan.

  • Noise-free circuitry and quiet operation
  • Four optional fan speed settings
  • Continuously variable light dimming (300 watt max) 120VAC, 50/60Hz, 1.5Amp rating
  • Requires special wiring (a third wire)
W-28

Casablanca W-28 Ceiling Fan ControlThis system is an attractive dual slide optional fan and light control.

  • Noise-free circuitry and quiet operation
  • Four optional fan speed settings
  • Continuously variable light dimming (300 watt max) 120VAC, 50/60Hz, 1.5Amp rating
  • Requires special wiring (a third wire) Will operate one fan only
  • Available in Snow White and Ivory finishes
W-24

Casablanca W-24 Ceiling Fan ControlThis system is an attractive single slide optional fan only control. It does not control light settings, but offers a selection of fan speeds.

  • Noise-free circuitry and quiet operation
  • Four optional fan speed settings 120VAC, 60Hz, 1.5Amp rating
  • Will operate one fan only
  • Available in Snow White and Ivory finishes
Browse through our huge selection of ceiling fans. For a free half-hour lighting design consultation, call us at 1-800-922-1469 or simply use our contact form. Our team is waiting to assist you with all of your lighting design and layout needs.

An Introduction to Ceiling Fan Style

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Period Ceiling Fans

Period ceiling fans provide timeless design, with classic style   
BlogPeriodFan copy.gif that can be enjoyed for generations. These fixtures incorporate originality with authenticity, with unique designs that draw inspiration from historic periods.

With rich embellishments and elegant designs, period ceiling fans can make a stunning decorative statement. You can also add a decorative outer sleeve for the downrod that completes the look you are trying to achieve.

Casablanca period fans can accent any décor, while maintaining your expectations of modern technology in your lighting design. They provide a classic look along with helpful modern features.

Contemporary Ceiling Fans

blogcontemporaryfan2 copy.gifContemporary ceiling fans express today's style.  They bring form, function, and design into contemporary homes, studios, and work spaces. Their modern design combines cutting edge quality and comfort as well as streamlined form and current style.  

When redecorating or designing a room, do not overlook outdated ceiling fans that take away from the overall style of the space. Maintain your desired look from the floor to the ceiling by choosing a fan with a sleek design that will accent the current décor you have established. 

Contemporary ceiling fans from Casablanca provide powerful functionality and dramatic design that shows contemporary flair. 

Traditional Ceiling Fans

Traditional five-blade ceiling fans complement any interior design. With classic deign elements, they provide a look that will never go out of style. BlogTraditionalFan copy.gif

Traditional ceiling fans can also be customized. Choose from a variety of finishes, glass, and blade designs to accent your personal style. 

A traditional ceiling fan can provide you with solid performance while completing the traditional look in your home or workspace. 

Transitional Ceiling Fans

Transitional ceiling fans complete the look of transitional rooms, which incorporate a comfortable blend of traditional and contemporary style. These fans add to the transitional feel by incorporating rich wood and materials and soft glowing lights. 

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Transitional style is about understated elegance and sophistication. The use of subtle color palettes gives the style a relaxing feel. Tasteful signature pieces such as transitional ceiling fans act as focal points in a transitional room.

Wet and Damp Ceiling Fans

BlogWetDampFan copy.gifWet and damp ceiling fans are engineered to withstand the elements without sacrificing functionality. These designs are specifically suited for places where they will come in contact with humidity and water.

Wet and damp ceiling fans can be installed in outdoor rooms, patios, decks, and enclosed porches to make your outdoor living space more comfortable. These fixtures can also be used in bathrooms, kitchens, and verandas, where the air is often humid.

When installing a wet location fan, the outlet box must be recessed and mounted to the 6" side of a 4" x 6" wooden beam. The outlet box must be sealed so that no water enters it, and the canopy cannot overhang the beam on either side.

Wet and damp ceiling fans come in a variety of styles as other ceiling fans do. You can choose from different colors and finishes to find an indoor/outdoor fan that accents your style.

Fan Blades and Accessories

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Many fan accessories are available to improve the performance and appearance of your ceiling fan design.  Traditional downrods improve the performance of ceiling fans by providing stability and preventing wobbling.

Decorative downrods add to the style of the fan.  Custom fan blades also add to the look of the ceiling fan, and extra long blades work to increase the performance of fans in great rooms and other large spaces. 

Remote controls and wall controls allow you to use ceiling fans conveniently. These features add to the functionality of your ceiling fan while allowing you to control it from a distance and select a variety of speeds and settings. 

Light Fixtures and Glass
Ceiling Fan Light Kits

You have options with light fixtures and glass as well.  You can choose from a variety of halogen and incandescent lighting options to light any room with your ceiling fan.  You can also choose light fixtures that complement the style you have chosen, from traditional to contemporary.

How Low to Hang a Ceiling Fan

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The height of a ceiling fan can affect its performance. For safety reasons, the fan blades must be a minimum of 7 feet above the floor. For maximum cooling benefits, however, the blades should be 8 to 9 feet above the floor. 

DownrodChart.gifFor best performance and appearance, an extension downrod should be used with your Casablanca fan when installing on high or sloped ceilings. Extension downrods provide stability and prevent ceiling fans from wobbling. They are available in a variety of finishes to match the style of your fan. Please contact us if your application requires an extension downrod.

Saving Energy with Ceiling Fans

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Ceiling fans can provide dramatic energy savings during
Ceiling Fan Energy Savings the summer by circulating air through your home and creating a cooling breeze. You can even avoid using air conditioning at times by opening a few windows and
allowing ceiling fans to move warm air outdoors. This technique can make you feel up to 8 degrees cooler, and lower your air conditioning bill by 40%.

Many homeowners are unaware that they can also use ceiling fans to lower energy costs in the winter. Since hot air rises naturally, the warmest air in your house is usually near the ceiling where you cannot feel it. A ceiling fan running in reverse (clockwise) pulls this warm air down into your living space.

When the warm air reaches the level of your thermostats, it will prevent them from triggering your heating system as often. You can save approximately 1-2% on your heating bill for each degree you lower your thermostat.

Although a ceiling fan running forward can still lower energy costs in the winter, you will feel cooler due to the breeze. Therefore, it is most effective to run ceiling fans in reverse while heating your home. Some ceilings fans do not run in reverse.  Casablanca offers many models with this feature.
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