White Ceiling Fans Buying Guide
White ceiling fans blend into a pale ceiling, so the fan cools the room without becoming the focus. This collection includes white fans from Eglo, Fanco and Martec, from the 40 inch (101cm) Eglo Noosa to the 60 inch (152cm) Noosa, with many models offered with or without a light. White suits coastal, Hamptons, Scandinavian and modern homes, and any room where you want a calm, uncluttered ceiling.
Do white ceiling fans look good?
Yes, especially on white or light ceilings, where they blend in and suit both modern and traditional interiors. White needs no matching hardware, which makes it the easy option in most homes. Colour does not change airflow, so choose white for the look and judge the fan on its size, motor and controls.
What are white ceiling fan blades made of?
Most white fans here have ABS plastic blades, which resist moisture and wipe clean easily. This includes the Eglo Noosa, Stradbroke, Cabarita, Bondi and Seacliff and the Fanco Eco Silent Pro, Infinity-iD and Horizon. Many Martec fans, such as the Triumph, pair a steel housing with ABS blades. Blade material does not change airflow; blade shape and motor quality do.
Is a white fan with a light good for a bedroom?
Yes. A fan with a light replaces two fittings with one and avoids the flicker you get when blades pass under downlights. For a bedroom, choose a dimmable light with a warm setting and separate control of the fan and light. Many lit fans here, such as the Eglo Noosa with an 18W LED CCT light and the Martec Quantum with a 24W tricolour LED, switch between warm 3000K, neutral 4000K and cool 5000K. Test the fan on its lowest speed, as quiet running matters most at night.
What size white ceiling fan do I need?
A 52 inch (132cm) fan is the standard for main bedrooms and living rooms. A 48 inch (122cm) fan, such as the Eglo Stradbroke 48 or Fanco Eco Silent Pro 48, suits smaller bedrooms. Larger square rooms of around 5 x 5 metres suit 54 inch (137cm) and above, such as the Fanco Infinity-iD v3 54 or the Eglo Noosa 60. A slightly larger fan on a lower speed is often quieter than a small fan working hard.
DC or AC: which motor is better?
DC motors are now the most common. They cost more upfront but use less electricity, run quietly and offer up to seven speeds by remote, often with reverse, sleep and breeze modes. AC fans, such as the Eglo Bondi and Fanco Breeze, are simpler, usually have three speeds and cost less to buy. For app control, see the Martec Avoca Smart.
Can white ceiling fans go outdoors, and how are they installed?
Some can. The Eglo Noosa, Surf and Bondi, the Martec Quantum and the Fanco Eco Silent Pro and Infinity-iD are listed for covered outdoor areas. Covered means under a solid roof, out of direct rain. White ABS blades are a practical choice for alfresco areas. All ceiling fans must be installed by a licensed electrician, who should check the ceiling box can carry the fan and light. Blades need to hang at least 2.1 metres above the floor, and on a raked ceiling check the maximum pitch on the specification. Wipe the blades with a microfibre cloth every few weeks to keep the fan clean, balanced and quiet.
Completing the room
For contrast, see black ceiling fans, or add warmth with woodgrain ceiling fans. Compare fans with lights, quiet operation fans and low profile fans at The Blue Space.