For old ceiling fans, using lightweight machine oil, such as 3-in-1 oil, is recommended. Avoid heavy oils that can cause buildup and attract dust. It's essential to apply a small amount to the fan's motor and bearings, allowing it to penetrate without over-lubricating. Regular maintenance can help keep the fan running smoothly and quietly.
Probably not without a lot of hunting. The manufactures of ceiling fans have begun selling the candelabra type bulb that will become mandatory. Why is it mandatory? Don't know! It seems to burn hotter and give fewer lumens per watt than the old standards. If you are replacing old ceiling fans with new, the original fixtures can be detached when you take down the old fans. They will fit onto the new fans, which will allow you to keep the old fixtures.
You can donate your old ceiling fans to a local charity or second-hand store, recycle them at a designated facility that accepts electronics, or repurpose them by using the blades for craft projects or the motor for DIY projects.
Some effective ways to upgrade and modernize old ceiling fans in a home include replacing the blades with newer, stylish ones, installing a remote control for convenience, adding a light kit for better illumination, and ensuring the fan is properly balanced for optimal performance.
I bought a ceiling fan for my front room for $80 (live in Canada) and that old girl has been going for over 10 years! I wouldn't be without one. Go for the ceiling fan as heat rises and it really circulates the air. Also being as cheap as they are you could have one in almost any room you choose to have one in. Ceiling fans are much quieter than a floor or oscillating fan. Have you heard of Vornado fans? They circulate the air nicely in the whole room and there's no cost for installation in the ceiling. Both costs are comparable, minus installation cost of ceiling fans. You can also find programmable ceiling fans that will automatically move air with a certain temperature. Remember you can switch the air to downward (winter) and upward (summer) to bring the temperatures to where you want them.
Ceiling fans can be beautiful and enhance the value of your home. They also go a long way in cooling your home and keeping utility bills low. If you know nothing about ceiling fan installation then consider a professional electrician as the wiring could be tricky. If you know a little about wiring, the you can do it yourself. Pay attention to how the old ceiling fan is wired and replicate it whenever possible. Be sure to secure the fan firmly to the hanging bolts. Also make sure that your ceiling fan is the right size for the dimensions of your room.
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An "old work box" is an electrical box, usually made from metal or plastic, which is used in remodeling. The box is used for electrical switches, ceiling fans, lighting, cable or computer lines. An "old work box" is installed in to a hole cut into a wall or ceiling and has folding tabs, that when turned grab onto the back of the drywall to hold the box in place. "New work boxes" are nailed into the wall studs or ceiling joists before the drywall is installed. In remodeling it is impossible to nail in a box without cutting a large hole into the wall or ceiling, so the "old work box" with folding tab is used.
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The cast of The Old Man and the Ceiling - 2009 includes: Larry Strauss as Frank
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