Learn how to set your ceiling fan direction for summer to keep your home comfortable through the heat.

But if your ceiling fan only pushes around hot air, this phenomenon wont be nearly as effective.

As warm air naturally rises, cool air settles near the floor.

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Just be sure to set the fan to low speed so it doesnt create a wind-chill effect.

Usea sturdy ladderto reach the switch near the motor with the fan off.

Plan to change your ceiling fan direction twice a year, for summer and for winter.

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It should turn counterclockwise in the summer and clockwise in the winter.

blue bedroom with ceiling fan

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