The Ceiling Fan Trick to Save on Heating

When the cold sets in, the last thing you’d think to turn on is your ceiling fan. But if you already have one, you’re closer to saving on heating than you might imagine.

The secret? The winter/summer mode, a clever feature that helps make the most of warm air during colder months.

1. What is the winter/summer function?

This function reverses the direction of the fan blades:

• In summer, they rotate counterclockwise, pushing air down to create a cooling breeze.
• In winter, they spin clockwise, gently pushing the warm air trapped near the ceiling downwards where it’s needed most.

This simple switch helps distribute heat evenly, improve heating efficiency, and reduce energy consumption — with no extra devices or effort.

2. Why does heat collect at the ceiling?

Warm air is lighter than cold air, so it rises. In homes with high ceilings or uneven heating, the warmth stays trapped above while the lower areas remain cold.

Running the fan on low speed in winter mode breaks this layer of warm air, redistributing it evenly for a more comfortable temperature throughout the room.

3. How do you activate it?

Most modern ceiling fans include this function. Simply press the direction button on the remote control — often shown as circular arrows.

That’s it! One click switches from summer to winter mode.

4. When to use it and at what speed?

Turn the fan on along with your heating, especially in rooms that take time to warm up.

Use low speed — you’re not trying to create wind, just to circulate warm air gently.

Even a few minutes a day can make heating more efficient and lower your energy bills.

5. Even better with a DC motor

If you’re considering a new fan, look for one with a DC motor. These consume up to 70 % less energy than AC motors, are quieter, and allow finer speed control.

Combined with the winter/summer mode, they’re efficient all year round.

In short: One fan, two seasons, double the comfort.

Used wisely, your ceiling fan doesn’t just cool — it can also help heat your home more efficiently.

All Brizy models include this feature and a DC motor, ensuring silent, low-consumption comfort.