Aloha Breeze ceiling fans were sold primarily through Walmart as an entry-level option for buyers working with a tight budget. They were manufactured by Litex Industries, a Texas-based company that produced ceiling fans across several budget-tier brand names over the course of roughly two decades. Litex built more capable fans under other labels, but the … Read more
If you own a ceiling fan that was manufactured before 1970, then yes, your ceiling fan likely needs to be oiled. This will apply to some fan entusiasts who own a piece of history. There are a number of brand name fans and certain models as well that need to be oiled. The Hunter original … Read more
Choosing the Right Ceiling Fan Size Choosing the right size of ceiling fan is crucial for ensuring optimal airflow and comfort in your space. A fan that is too small may not effectively circulate air, while one that is too large can overwhelm the room’s proportions. To determine the appropriate size, you need to consider … Read more
Currently the vast majority of used ceiling fans sell for little or nothing. There are some exceptions to this rule. First of all, Casablanca ceiling fans from 1980 to current hold their value and usually resell for fair prices. In the past this has been true even of non-working fans, however replacement parts are becoming … Read more
There’s a moment when you’re renovating a room — or just finally getting tired of looking at the same builder-grade fixture that came with the house — when you realize you don’t want to choose between a ceiling fan and a chandelier. You want both. You want something that pulls the eye upward when guests … Read more
Regency ceiling fans occupy an interesting and somewhat underappreciated corner of ceiling fan history. They were never the dominant brand in the room — that was Hunter, or Casablanca, or later Hampton Bay — but Regency produced fans across several decades that earned a quiet reputation for reliability among the homeowners who had them and … Read more
Kichler Lighting has been in business since 1938, and ceiling fans are one part of a much broader product range that includes decorative lighting, outdoor lighting, and architectural hardware. That context matters for understanding what Kichler ceiling fans actually are: they’re designed to coordinate with lighting and décor systems rather than exist as standalone appliances, … Read more
A hunter replacement remote control may be something you’re looking for if you’ve lost your remote. You may have also purchased a Hunter ceiling fan recently used, that didn’t come with a remote. Or, perhaps your remote has stopped working. If your remote has stopped working, make sure you check the batteries on the remote before replacing … Read more
Hunter is the oldest ceiling fan company in the United States and one of the oldest in the world. Depending on how you count it, the company has been building fans for well over 130 years, and a significant portion of the fans it made during that run are still spinning in homes, restaurants, hotels, … Read more
Homestead made ceiling fans from 1980 until they were bought by Casablanca in the early 1990s. Earlier Homestead fans used K55 and General Electric motors, later fans had imported motors by Halsey. All were quality motors. Early Homestead fans used a variable speed system that could become noisy, contact us for details. Besides variable speed … Read more