Ceiling Fans

AC fans are the traditional type most people are familiar with. They run on standard household power, usually have 3-speed settings, and cost less upfront. They’re a solid choice for basic use.

DC fans use newer motor technology. They’re quieter, smoother, and more energy efficient—using up to 70% less power than AC models. They usually cost more but can save on running costs over time.

Remote controls come standard with most DC fans. They let you adjust speeds and settings without needing extra wall wiring. Some models give a beep or tone when you change settings.

Wall controls are more common with AC fans. They’re fixed in place, don’t need batteries, and suit people who prefer a simple switch on the wall.

We stock smart ceiling fans that enable you to control your fan from the convenience of your phone. You have a choice of connecting via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi, and some smart fans are even compatible with Siri and Alexa.

In most cases, yes. If you're replacing an existing light, it may be possible to use the same wiring. A remote-controlled fan can make installation easier by avoiding the need for new wall wiring. Always check with a licensed electrician before proceeding.

Sometimes, yes. It depends on how your ceiling is built and whether new wiring or support is needed. In most homes, ceiling access isn’t required for standard fan replacements, but for new installs or complex jobs, access may be needed. Our electricians will let you know before work starts. Sending photos to our team can help us assess over the phone whether we may need access.

All of the ceiling fans in our range are available either with or without a light. In the last few years, models featuring an integrated LED panel have emerged as a favourite among manufacturers and consumers, but you can still get models with either a B22 bayonet or E27 Edison screw globe as well.

It is also important to consider the level of light required in the space (or flexibility to change). Some LED panels come with "tri-colour" warm, bright or daylight. Globe fittings the correct lamp needs to be purchased and installed.

Dimmable lights are also an option for our Albany AC fan where a wall controller is installed. Our Econo DC ceiling fan has a 5 step light dimming function.

Another consideration - Downlights

If you prefer the look of a ceiling fan without a light you may consider an alternative lighting source (such as downlights) it is important to consider positioning of lights in order to avoid a ‘strobing’ effect. This can happen if the ceiling fan is too close to one of your downlights.

Here’s a quick guide based on room size:

• Up to 13m² – 36" to 44" fan

• 13m² to 20m² – 48" to 52" fan

• Over 20m² – 56" or larger

Getting the size right helps air circulate better.

Yes. Look for ceiling fans made from corrosion-resistant materials like ABS plastic or stainless steel. These are better suited for humid, salty environments and won’t rust like standard metal fans.

Yes, but you’ll need the right accessories. For sloped ceilings, a compatible mounting kit may be needed. For high ceilings, an extension rod helps position the fan at the right height. We’ll advise based on your ceiling type.

We handle all installations ourselves and stand by our work. If there’s an issue, we’re your first point of contact—not a call centre. We’ll manage any warranty concerns with the supplier directly and make sure it gets sorted quickly.

Note: When you buy you own fan and have a warranty issue, you'll have to deal with the supplier/manufacturer directly and organise your own electrician to uninstall and reinstall your fan. It’s much easier and stress-free to buy and install from an electrician!

Airflow is the measurement of air movement generated by the fan, all published figures are based on the highest speed.

Whilst it would seem necessary to pick a fan with high airflow, realistically how important is this? From our experience this can be based on your application. For example with a bedroom ceiling fan, more often than not you will want to achieve a gentle breeze. Because of this bedroom ceiling fans are usually set to the lowest speeds, so they don’t need to be high airflow fans.

If the fan is going in a larger space, or if the fan is going to be installed a little higher than usual then you may wish to opt for a high airflow model. Generally we consider a fan with an output of 10,000 m3/hr as one that offers a high airflow output.

Blade design can also contribute to airflow direction. Some blades are designed to create a powerful downdraft, whereas others have more of a flared design and will result it the fan pushing air down and outwards.

Some common questions we regularly receive are things like; which blade material is better? are timber blades quieter than metal blades?

There are three materials you will often be able to choose from: Plastic (ABS), Timber or Metal.

Plastic blades are becoming more and more common. They are durable, easy to clean and can be shaped into a range of unique and interesting styles. This has lead to an increase in the number of fans with curvaceous blades and lots of interesting new designs.

Timber blades are most commonly found on fans designed for indoor use. They are also lightweight and can make for an attractive complimenting feature to timber flooring. Depending on the type of timber they may not be suitable for outdoor use, for example a laminated plywood blade may end up pealing in an excessively humid environment.

Metal Blades were for many years the most common blade material. You will notice that lots of older fans had metal blades. Metal can include aluminium and stainless steel, the latter makes for a robust outdoor ceiling fan construction material. Recently we have noticed that a lot of manufacturers are moving to ABS plastic blades rather than metal. Having said this there are still lots of options with metal blades available.

In our experience we have found that not one blade material is superior to another in terms of airflow. In terms of noise, a fan with metal blades may result in more of an audible ‘cutting through the air’ noise on higher speeds, but this is minimal.