Vintage Ceiling Fan with LED Light — Walnut or Polished Iron, 42" / 52"
A vintage-style ceiling fan for dining rooms, living rooms, and studies where the overhead fixture is expected to have material and formal references that connect to earlier periods of domestic design. Available in Walnut and Polished Iron finishes at two diameters — 42" (D106cm) and 52" (D132cm) — this fan covers a range of room sizes from a standard dining room to a generous open living space. Reversible motor, integrated LED, 110–120V.
Specifications
| SKU |
CLL-101062 to CLL-101065 |
| Blade Span |
42" (D106cm) / 52" (D132cm) |
| Finish Options |
Walnut / Polished Iron |
| Motor |
Reversible, integrated |
| Light Source |
Integrated LED |
| Voltage |
110–120V |
| Price Range |
$351 (42") / $459 (52") |
Design
Vintage ceiling fan design operates on a different set of material cues than contemporary or Scandinavian styles: proportion over minimalism, surface texture over smooth finish, finish warmth over cool neutrality. The Walnut option in this fixture from the Rmodern Home Collection carries the warm grain tone associated with early-to-mid 20th century furniture timber; the Polished Iron option references the blackened or aged metal finish of period-adjacent hardware — a finish that connects equally to Victorian parlor design and to contemporary industrial-rustic interiors. The reversible motor is a functional specification that is equally relevant in a vintage-styled interior: the design era that the fan references did not have reversible motors, but the rooms that used overhead fans in that period had the same thermal stratification challenges that reversibility addresses today.
Where It Works
Traditional Dining Room
In a dining room with a dark-stained timber table, upholstered dining chairs with turned legs, and wallpaper or paint in a deep tone, the Walnut ceiling fan at 42" provides an overhead element that is period-consistent without being historically specific. The LED provides consistent overhead illumination without the color variation of multiple filament bulbs in a traditional chandelier fitting. For a separate statement fixture above the table, see our pendant light collection.
Study or Library
A Polished Iron finish ceiling fan in a study with dark shelving, a leather-topped desk, and framed prints works as a functional overhead fixture that does not visually interrupt the room’s material consistency. At 42", the fan is proportionate for a standard study room of 150–200 sq ft. The reversible motor recirculates warm air from the upper portion of the room in winter, which is useful in a study where a person is seated at a desk for extended periods and benefits from consistent air temperature at seated height. For wall-mounted task lighting, browse our wall light collection.
Farmhouse or Rustic Living Room
The Polished Iron finish at 52" is scaled for a larger farmhouse living room of 250–350 sq ft. In a room with exposed timber beams, reclaimed wood flooring, and vintage or antique furniture, the polished iron motor housing connects to the room’s material language at the ceiling plane. The walnut blade at this diameter provides a proportionate blade-to-motor visual balance appropriate for a room where the ceiling is a significant part of the interior’s architectural character. Browse the full ceiling fan collection for additional vintage and retro options.
Frequently Asked Questions
How difficult is installation, and what tools are required?
Standard ceiling fan installation tools: voltage tester, screwdrivers, wire stripper, drill. Confirm ceiling junction box is fan-rated before mounting. Most flat-ceiling installations take under 90 minutes.
What light source is used, and does it work with a dimmer?
Integrated LED. No separate bulb required. For wall dimmer use, confirm LED and motor type compatibility; standard incandescent dimmers are not suitable.
Which size should I choose — 42" or 52"?
The 42" (D106cm) suits rooms up to approximately 200 sq ft; the 52" (D132cm) suits rooms from 200 to approximately 350 sq ft. Allow 18–24 inches blade clearance from any wall. For rooms below 150 sq ft, a smaller diameter from our ceiling fan range is more proportionate.
How do I clean the polished iron or walnut finish?
Polished iron: dry microfibre cloth. Avoid wet cleaning or abrasive pads that can affect the polished surface finish. Walnut (if blade is genuine wood): dry cloth only; avoid moisture and oil-based cleaners. Inspect blade arm screws annually. Isolate power before cleaning.
What are the shipping timelines and packaging?
Ships within 2–5 business days. US delivery 5–10 business days. Reinforced carton with foam component inlays. Tracking at dispatch. Freight damage within 48 hours with photographs.
What is the return and warranty policy?
30-day return for uninstalled items in original condition. 1-year structural warranty: motor, blade arms, LED module under normal residential use at 110–120V.
