It is possible to order a working antique ceiling fan by going online. There are a number of websites that sell restored antique ceiling fans directly to the public.
Restorations
The vintage fans available from these sites will have been restored to their original condition and upgraded for modern conditions. These fans have been rewired to work with modern electrical systems and modern remote controls. Some of these fans can also be customized to meet with special requests from customers.
An example of such a fan would be an antique brass ceiling fan. Such a fan can be cleaned, rewired and equipped with a modern motor and remote controls. Another example would be an antique black ceiling fan.
One advantage to using these websites is that they can help a person get an antique ceiling fan restored. The sites connect customers with professional restorers who can clean, restore and rebuild the majority of vintage ceiling fans. The sites can get fans made between 1900 and 1960 or later restored.
A person who finds an old ceiling fan at a garage sale, antique store or flea market could get it restored through one of these sites. This could be cheaper than buying a restored fan directly.
Antique Style Ceiling Fans
A cheaper and often more practical alternative to purchasing antique ceiling fans is an antique style ceiling fan.
An antique style ceiling fan is a modern ceiling fan built to look like a vintage fan. They are usually copies of very popular antique styles such as brass ceiling fans. Some of these fans are replicas of classic fans while others are built in the style of antique fans.
The antique style ceiling fans will usually be cheaper than real antique fans. They not require any restoration, rebuilding or rewiring. Many antique fans will have to be rewired and restored for use in a modern home.
Another big advantage to antique style ceiling fans is that they come with modern features such as remote controls. They will also be more energy efficient and are often safer to use than real antique fans.
