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In most houses, lights get turned on and off quite frequently, especially if you have children. A lot of parents deal with the bedtime light war when their children are constantly turning the lights on after the parent turned them off. But according to the latest research on cost-effective lighting, you might be better off giving up on the light switch war and just leaving the lights on, especially since many lights are rated according to the number of times they are turned on and off.

Keeping your ceiling fan clean and dust free is important. Not only does this ensure a long life for your fan, but it also makes the air in your home cleaner and safer for your family. Dust is one of the main culprits of a wobbly ceiling fan. Let’s be honest, no cleaning job is the same. We’ve compiled the best tips and tricks for dusting and cleaning a ceiling fan, including how to clean a ceiling fan on a high ceiling. This helpful guide will teach you how to clean a ceiling fan like a pro.

From aviation-themed to Tuscan-inspired, fans come in a variety of shapes, sizes, and styles. Choosing the right fan for your home depends on all these factors – and more. You must also consider the ceiling height, room lighting, and location. Knowing the different types of fans available can help you make an informed decision for any room in your home.

Ceiling fans are the most versatile home appliance, no matter what season it is. What some folks don’t realize, is that a ceiling fan can provide both cool and warm air for your home. This is done by changing the direction of your ceiling fan during the summer and winter months. Doing so helps make you feel comfy, and allows you to adjust the thermostat, giving your air conditioner, hvac unit and energy bill a much needed break. Here's everything you need to know about changing your ceiling fan direction and how it can help you save.

It has become well-known that changing the direction of your ceiling fan at the beginning of the summer and winter months will help improve your heating and cooling circulation and keep costs down, but it's easier said than done. Older model ceiling fans may not have a reverse function and ceiling fans are still sold today without this feature. We've put together a handy guide for you to understand how to locate the switch on the ceiling fan motor (if there is one) and ensure proper rotation of your ceiling fan blades.

Fixtures that attach to the wall are known either as wall lights, sconces, or vanities. Vanities tend to be installed in the bathroom, particularly alongside a mirror. It can be hard to sort through all the different wall lighting fixtures, but here are a few tips.

Lighter dimmers (either by themselves or as part of a complete dimming system), switches, and controls can be a complicated topic. Lutron Dimmers are well-known for their variety of light controlling dimmers and switches. Del Mar Fans & Lighting guides you through the topic and helps to select which dimmer is best suited for your home.

During the summer, people residing in older homes with low-profile ceilings are more likely to feel rising temperatures because the low structures trap heat. Installing a low-profile ceiling fan like the Minka Aire Concept II  is a great way to combat the summertime heat. We at Del Mar Fans & Lighting made a Minka Aire Concept II ceiling fan install how-to video so our customers can see how to easily assemble and install this hugger fan in their own homes.

A tropical getaway in the comfort and privacy of your home is just a few clicks away with a Fanimation Islander fan. Fanimation Islander fans add an exotic feel to indoor and outdoor spaces with a wide range of tropical fan blades. At Del Mar Fans & Lighting, we aim to inspire our customers to create their own tropical getaway in the comfort of their homes with our Fanimation Islander ceiling fan installation video.

Remodeling your home can be an overwhelming task. You’ll find yourself asking many questions during the process, like what are the best color palettes, furnishings, and types of lighting for a room? These are important questions that can be answered by adding a new ceiling fan to a room, such as the Casablanca Stealth ceiling fan. These sleek, modern-looking fans are a great way to update the look and feel of any room in your home.