Vintage Wall Fans

138 Ideas by Peyton Robinson

Vintage wall fans are a perfect way to satisfy the country’s growing appetite for simpler times. Experts say that “nostalgia” is always in style, and these seven wall fans prove their point! Installing a wall fan makes it a permanent part of your decor scheme, so you’ll want to choose one that looks great in combination with the rest of your decor and furnishings. They’ll provide a breeze and can be directed where needed without taking up floor or tabletop space.

Oscillating Vintage Wall Mounted Fan

Powerful Vintage Wall Fan

13" Wall Fan

Where style meets utility, a wall mounted oscillating fan might be involved - for a retro feel introduced gracefully to an interior where a ceiling fan can't be installed This vintage cooling fan comes with 6 ft cord.

... Fans without light > Retro style fan in antique gold wall regulator

Hardwired Vintage Wall Fan

Rare Collectors Antique Wall Fan

Aluminum Vintage Wall Fan

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Antique Wall Fan

Ebern Designs Angwin 13" Oscillating Wall Mounted Fan

Anywhere 18.4" Oscillating Wall Mounted Fan

Michelle Pared Wall Fan by Matthews Fan Company

Indoor/Outdoor Vintage Wall Fan

A real bargain for all antique and vintage fans - this retro wall fan can be actually something more than a cool gadget. Designed in India, it serves its role perfectly, dealing with unusual heat with ease.

Quorum 92413-86, Veranda Oiled Bronze 13" Outdoor Wall Fan with Wall Control

Shoo the mosquitos and move the air with this wall-mounted veranda fan. Perfect for those summer evenings when you want to sit on the porch and watch the fireflies. It does need to be wired into the house electrical system.

13" Wall Fan

A simple and antique wall fan. The fan has bronze blades made of metal and the cover is very simple which makes the airflow very efficient. The fan also comes with its own support to fix it to the wall.

A beautiful and retro-looking wall fan that will not only keep your interior cool and with a breeze of fresh air but will also add ample amounts of charm and visual appeal due to its original looks.

If you’re looking for a unique, one-of-a-kind piece of furniture to decorate a computer desk in a home office or a study room, take a look at this vintage, retro desk fan with an iron frame and wooden blades.

Fanatic Wall Light #zulily #zulilyfinds

Ceiling fan mounted on metal frame. Functional design for each place. Suitable for residential and commercial premises.

12 Inch Industrial Wall Fans / Wall Mount Oscillating Fan With String

Vintage General Electric Fan Metal Wall Oscillating / Decor or Restore

Matthews Diane Ceiling Fan - 13" Brushed Nickel - Euro Style Lighting

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Peyton is a New York–based interior designer with an extensive background in creating pet-friendly homes that still look refined and cohesive. Drawing on many years of residential and commercial work, she integrates feeding stations, crate furniture, and other practical pieces seamlessly into carefully planned rooms so readers can keep animals comfortable without sacrificing a calm, stylish home.

Retro wall fans are big and bold, so they can give the room dramatic accents with a mid-century modern style. There's no other accessory that can evoke a retro aura like a retro wall fan. What's amazing is the fact that it’s not just a decorative addition to a home, but it also functions as a device that provides cool airflow whenever and wherever you need it.

Where to place a retro wall fan?

Here are the places that are best added with retro wall fans:

Bedroom Wall - Particularly the wall that’s facing your bed. If you are one of those people who always need a cool breeze as well as a soft white noise in order to sleep, you’d really love a retro wall fan. Of course, you need to ensure the retro-styled fan you get fits the room’s style. Whether you want an oscillating flow or directional airflow that’s centered on your bed, you can customize your retro wall fan to help you achieve the sleep oasis that you deserve.
Family or Living Room Wall - Specifically the space beside the television. Don't sit and suffer in sweat just to watch your favorite TV shows and movies this summer. Get a retro-styled wall fan and install it next to your TV. Aim it at the couch so every single time you click through the different channels available, you can unwind and relax at a cool and comfortable temperature. As an added bonus, a retro wall fan will free up valuable floor space which you can allocate for a better entertainment system.
Kitchen Wall - Temperatures inside the kitchen can climb, making it hard to prepare food for the family. Fortunately, a wall fan can make such a big difference. Just make sure you secure the fan up on your wall so the airflow is aimed into the room’s center area. As the fan will be high up, cool breeze does not blow your ingredients around as you prepare a snack or meal.

How to determine the size for your retro wall fan?

Determining the perfect size for your retro wall fan doesn’t have any hard and fast rules. Of course, you still need to review your space as well as the wall where you will be mounting the fan. Calculate the CFMs as well as it will help you pick the best wall fan for its intended placement.

How to calculate CFM?

The square footage that needs to be cooled should be identified then multiplied by the ceiling height that’s in feet to determine the CFM. So, if the room has an 8-foot ceiling and it’s 400 square feet, that would give you 1,600 CFMs. If you can’t determine the CFM, judge the space using the occupancy frequency (of the room), the room’s size, temperature, and air flow.

What extra features to look for in a wall fan?

Consider the convenience you want your retro wall fan to offer. Maybe you want one that’s remote-controlled so it isn’t a hassle turning the fan on and off. If adjusting the settings of the fan doesn’t bother you, then you can opt for the basic wall-mount fan.