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Reversible Ceiling Fans

Enjoy year-round comfort with a new reversible ceiling fan. To provide t... Read More

Enjoy year-round comfort with a new reversible ceiling fan. To provide the best reversible ceiling fans, we design every model to integrate with your home and manufacture our fans following strict quality standards. Whether you need to complete your dining room, living room, bedroom, kitchen, or another space entirely, you’ll find stylish models to suit your needs in our collection of reversing ceiling fans. Shop today and get on your way to creating a more livable living space. Show Less

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Reversible Ceiling Fans Deliver Versatile Performance and Year-Round Comfort

Reversible ceiling fans are a game-changer for maintaining optimal comfort in your home during every season of the year. A reversible ceiling fan features a motor that allows the blades to spin clockwise and counterclockwise. This functionality is crucial for adjusting the airflow direction based on seasonal needs, ensuring your home stays comfortable while potentially reducing energy costs. In the hot summer months, set your ceiling fan to spin counterclockwise. A counterclockwise rotation creates a wind-chill effect by pushing cool air down, making the room feel cooler without lowering the thermostat. You’ll enjoy a refreshing breeze that can make your space more comfortable and save on air conditioning costs. During the colder winter months, reverse the direction of your ceiling fan to spin clockwise at a low speed. This motion draws cool air up and pushes warm air down from the ceiling, distributing heat more evenly throughout the room. This can help your heating system work more efficiently, potentially saving you money on energy bills. At Hunter Fan, our collection of reversible ceiling fans is designed to enhance your living space, providing efficient airflow and temperature control in all seasons.

How to Change Your Reversible Ceiling Fan's Direction

Check out our blog, “Ceiling Fan Direction: Which Way Should My Fan Spin in Winter or Summer” for a detailed breakdown of why ceiling fan direction matters and how to change your reversible ceiling fan’s direction. In general, however, reversing your fan’s spin is straightforward.

· Be sure the fan is completely off first.

· Locate the direction switch (most Hunter ceiling fans come with a small switch on the motor housing or remote control).

· Flip the switch to reverse the blade rotation.

· Turn the fan back on and set the fan to your desired speed to enjoy the optimized—and seasonally appropriate—airflow.

By regularly adjusting the direction of your ceiling fan, you can maximize comfort and efficiency in your home throughout the year. Reap the benefits of reversing ceiling fans with a new fan from Hunter. Explore our entire reversible ceiling fan collection now, or filter fans by size, color, room, style, and other characteristics using the menu on the left.

Frequently Asked Questions About Reversible Ceiling Fans

What does reversing a ceiling fan do?

A ceiling fan with reversing blades can spin in both counterclockwise and clockwise directions. During the summer months, you set reversible ceiling fans to the standard counter-clockwise direction to create that gentle breeze that makes living spaces feel cooler. When the weather turns cold, you then reverse the fan direction to help move the air warmed by your HVAC system away from the ceiling down into your living space. The result is a room that feels more evenly heated.

How do reversible ceiling fans work?

Reversible ceiling fans work with a ceiling fan reversing switch, which is often located on the fan itself, and/or buttons on a wall plate or remote control. When you flip the switch or press the buttons, the blades move in the reverse or opposite direction.

Does reversing a ceiling fan really work?

Yes, reversing a ceiling fan does help to regulate temperatures in a space year-round, promoting air conditioning efficiency. You’ll notice the benefits of using a reversible ceiling fan in the winter to spread warm air throughout the space. The same fan going in the opposite direction uses the windchill effect to make a room feel cooler in the summer, which can even help you save money on cooling costs.