Ceiling fans are great when you want proper ventilation and airflow in your room. Recently, enclosed ceiling fan are quickly becoming popular. These fans have a unique design, with the blades of the fan enclosed within a cage.
If you want an edgy or more eclectic interior décor, then these fans are a good fit. However, you should understand a few things before buying these fans.
Here are some of them.
Single Headed Fans
The single-headed enclosed fans are an excellent option for smaller rooms. You can use them in any living space, kitchen, or a small office. You could also have them installed in a storeroom where the outer cage will protect the blades even if the room is piled high with stuff.
Moreover, they can be a statement piece in a small area when you do not have enough room to put up anything else and double up as an essential utility item.
Multi-Headed Fans
If you want a ceiling fan to cover a larger space and yet enjoy the same eclectic design, the multi-headed enclosed fans are a great option. They have two or more fans rotating in the cages simultaneously to cover a much larger area. Moreover, these fans can also act as chandeliers.
Modern ceiling fans have LED lights attached to them to serve the dual purpose of lighting and ventilation, and the design of the multi-headed fans helps you create a chandelier-like effect with the various light fixtures on each head.
Cleaning and Maintenance
You should also consider the cleaning and maintenance of the enclosed ceiling fans. Try to opt for designs that will allow you to remove the outer enclosure with as little effort as possible because, unlike regular fans, you cannot reach the blades of the enclosed fan easily.
Plus, you would also need additional time to clean the enclosure itself, which will require more effort. Opt for a simple yet elegant design that makes cleaning easy, and you will have purchased the perfect enclosed ceiling fan for your needs.
Weight
Even though enclosed ceiling fans are smaller than regular ceiling fans, the best ones often come with powerful motors to compensate for the smaller blades, and you can get a pretty good breeze even from a smaller fan.
However, the weight of these fans could still be greater than average ceiling fans because of the additionalweight of the enclosure surrounding the blades. It would help if you were careful that your ceiling is strong enough to handle the weight of the fan. Try not to install it in spaces that have temporary and light roofs.
Conclusion
Lastly, one more important thing to consider while buying an enclosed ceiling fan is the budget. They are more expensive than the regular ceiling fan, and that is because a lot of attention and details go into designing the outer enclosure.
While there are multiple options to pick from, the prices vary depending on the material of the enclosure, the intricacy of the design, the motor and other components, and the energy efficiency. Consider these factors before making the final purchase.
