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Ceiling Fan Size Calculator

Find the right ceiling fan blade span and mounting height for a room.

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How to use the Ceiling Fan Size Calculator

Find the right ceiling fan blade span and mounting height for a room.

  1. 1 Enter the room length and width.
  2. 2 Enter the ceiling height.
  3. 3 Read the recommended blade span and mounting.

Example and practical tips

A 14 × 12 ft bedroom with a 9 ft ceiling suits a 44–50 in fan on a 6 in downrod.

Frequently asked questions

How high should the blades be?

Ideally 8–9 ft above the floor and never below 7 ft.

What if the room is very large?

Rooms over 400 sq ft often work better with two fans.

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