Forget cranking up the thermostat. Redistribute the heat in the room and help lower heating costs.

Turning on a ceiling fan is one way to help cool you off during the summer heat. You can also use that same fan to heat up a room during the winter, provided it’s spinning the right way. During the ...

While comfort is a cornerstone of good home design, the appeal of some practical fixtures, like ceiling fans, is beginning to lose favor among designers and homeowners. As air conditioning units and ...

Dear James: I bought a ceiling fan two summers ago and am just getting around to installing it this winter. Can this be a one-person job? And do you have any tips? — Cheryl S. Dear Cheryl: A ceiling ...