Hunter Ceiling Fan Review: The Cranbrook
After we remodeled the main floor of our 1970’s ranch home, I searched the depths of the internet for a modern ceiling fan with a light. Admittedly, I wasn’t totally sold on the idea of a ceiling fan for this room at all. I was worried it would take away from the openness we worked so hard to achieve here. But, this space very clearly needed air circulating so my quest for a modern ceiling fan persisted. Checking the boxes for both design and function, I found a modern one I liked from Hunter Fan Co. Here, I’m sharing my very honest Hunter Ceiling Fan review to help with your ceiling fan decisions!
So, I spent many months researching ceiling fans to try and find the best option. I was looking for something modern, low profile, had both black and light wood, a light, and was a good quality. And, one that fit into our tightening remodel budget. Whew, there was a lot to sift through!
I had no idea so many ceiling fans existed in the world. Well, after reading countless articles and comparing options, I landed on the Cranbrook Low Profile Ceiling Fan 59259 from The Hunter Fan company. This post is not sponsored but because this fan is one of the most asked about features of our home, I wanted to share my honest opinions!
Hunter Fan Company Review
One thing I was wondering right off the bat was, is Hunter Fans a good ceiling fan brand? Yes, I think overall they are considered one of the most trusted brands. What I noticed right away is that they are super established and have been making fans since 1886! That’s super impressive. Their website is clean and easy to navigate. I noticed some guides but would love to see more visuals and support options.
Unfortunately, when I look at their customer service response to reviews, they seem to just copy and paste.
Cranbrook Ceiling Fan 59259
Because of all the features including hardwiring, remote control, low profile, and the overall modern look – I ultimately chose the Cranbrook ceiling fan. It has a low profile design that mounts directly to ceiling – no downrod like most ceiling fans. After having this fan for a few years, I’ve created a list of things I love and my honest thoughts on some downsides.
Cranbrook Positives
- Overall modern design with minimal light shade and angular fan blade shape
- Reversible fan blade for light or dark wood color
- Reasonably priced compared to other fans and also available on Amazon
- No hanging chain!
- Made by established company, Hunter Fan Co.
- Low profile makes it a good fit for standard ceilings
- Matching light fixtures: bell pendant and flush mount lights also available
Cranbrook Negatives
- Light shade is on the slightly larger size which can be tricky for small rooms, but also makes it a statement piece
- The black shade is a very true black with a bit of shine, I would prefer a matte black finish
- Installation went fairly smoothly for us, but did seem more complicated than other fans we’ve installed
- Light is controlled only by remote (but smart home options)
- While we didn’t experience it, it sounds like light flickering is an issue
Hunter Cranbrook Ceiling Fan FAQs
Yes, it’s relatively quiet making it a good choice for bedrooms and living areas. Because it’s low profile, this is also ideal for standard height bedrooms.
The Hunter Cranbrook fan is available in a 52″ blade span, which is ideal for medium to large rooms such as bedrooms, living rooms, or dining areas. I think it was the perfect proportion for our smallish family room.
Yes, this ceiling fan does operate with a remote control and can also be hooked up to smart home systems.
Final Thoughts: Hunter Ceiling Fan Review
Overall, I’ve been super happy with our Cranbrook Ceiling Fan from Hunter. It’s been used daily during an especially hot summer and in the cooler months when we wanted to circulate heat. It’s a model I’d probably use again in other rooms and it also comes in a very mid century Mint Color, Model 59260. Because install was a little tricky, I would recommend working with an electrician to install it.
I hope this Hunter Ceiling Fan Review is helpful as you decide on options, specifically the Cranbrook 59259 model. A ceiling fan is a big decision and makes a huge impact in a space! So if you’re looking for more ideas, check out my post on 7 Modern Ceiling Fans that won’t break the bank! Plus, if you’re curious about what types of light bulbs to use, check out my post on Warm Light vs Cool Light – an essential final touch.
