In addition to the well-known brands that have been around for decades, ceiling fan manufacturers are introducing more and more innovative styles that are sure to delight even the most discerning homeowners. Contemporary fans are minimalist, functional and efficient, and they make a perfect complement to modern furnishings. Traditional or transitional fans can add a touch of elegance to a room’s décor, and they often feature beautiful stained glass detailing. Monte Carlo, a Generation Brands company, specializes in engineering the highest quality ceiling fan designs that reflect emerging trends and fit a wide range of taste, room settings and budgets.
In the summer, the direction of rotation of the blades is set to blow air downward, and this helps evaporate sweat that accumulates on a person’s skin. In the winter, the direction of rotation is reversed, so that cooler air (which usually sinks to the floor) is made to circulate upward. This allows the heating and cooling systems to work more efficiently by reducing energy consumption.
Ceiling fans are also a cost-effective alternative to air conditioning in hot climates, where the costs and complexity of refrigerant-based equipment are impractical. Texas entrepreneur H. W. Markwardt began importing fans into the United States that were manufactured in India by Crompton Greaves Consumer Electricals Limited in 1973. These fans caught on slowly at first, but found enormous success during the energy crisis of the 1970s since they consumed far less energy than air conditioning units.