Low profile ceiling fans are designed to fit in homes that have lower ceilings. A standard ceiling is generally between 9-10 feet, and is ideal for regular mounted ceiling fans. However, any ceiling that is below 9 feet will usually require that a low profile ceiling fan be installed. These types of ceiling fans can be mounted flush to the ceiling and won’t hang down as far as a normal ceiling fan.
So what are the best ones on the market? Well that all depends on your budget, if you want a contemporary fan or a traditional one, and of course the size, which can be a big determining factor in the overall price. Here are a few lesser known manufacturers’ models you may not know about, that always seem to get good reviews:
Casablanca Isotope Contemporary Flush Mount Ceiling Fan (C30G45H) – this is a great looking fan that is perfect for most modern homes. It is 52 inches, so it will fit in a medium to large sized room of about 100-120 sq. feet. It comes with a one light system and remote control.
Minka Aire F519-MP Concept II Flush Mount Maple Ceiling Fan – this is a beautiful ceiling fan from one of my favourite manufacturers, Minka Aire. They really produce some eye catching ceiling fans, and this one is right at the top of the list. It is done in a rich maple finish and would be ideal for a kitchen or home office mount.
While you can go with a more well known brand such as Westinghouse or Hunter, the manufacturers above also produce some unique, high quality ceiling fans. I suggest at least checking them out to see what they have to offer. You may be pleasantly surprised by their selection and excellence, as I was.