As more homeowners start to use ceiling fans for task lighting rather than ambient, newly available models provide light kit options.
The Vast ceiling fan from Progress Lighting fits seamlessly in large and covered outdoor areas. A hand-held remote controls dimming and speed. This model features a 3000K LED source. www.progresslighting.com
With blades measuring 54 inches, the outdoor-rated Tier fan from Regency comes in an Oil-Rubbed Bronze or Brushed Nickel finish. An optional light cover is available. www.regencyfan.com
With optional LED light kits and more than 50 varieties of blades available, the Carrera Grande Echo from Emerson makes customization look easy. When the LED kit and the EchoMotor combine, the result is an energy-efficient fan. www.emerson.com
There once was a room with no style. It was unoccupied for a while. The Limerick was hung and a new life begun for this room was now more versatile (especially with the optional lens cover). From Craftmade. www.craftmade.com
Avvo Max’s blades wrap around the motor housing like flower petals before bloom. A finishing cap is included for use without the light. The fan is damp-rated and available in four finishes. www.montecarlofans.com
The Olympia includes Kichler’s full function CoolTouch control system with independent up and down light control and 6-inch and 12-inch downrod options. Varying light kits and finishes available. www.kichler.com
The Energy Star-rated LED light kit in Fanimation’s Subtle fan delivers 1,300 (my email from John says 1300) lumens of soft white light. The kit is also dimmable and can be set to a timer for maximum customization. www.fanimation.com
With a teardrop motor housing, the Donaire 316 fan from Matthews Fan Co. is finished in Brushed Bronze or Brushed Stainless and is equipped with a 16W dimmable LED light kit and optional metal cover. www.matthewsfanco.com
