11 Best Ceiling Fans with Regular Light Bulbs - E26 and Edison Bulb Ceiling Fans
Ceiling fans with regular light bulbs are becoming few and far between as ceiling fan technology advances. As a result, it can be a real struggle to find a good ceiling fan that still uses regular bulbs! In this buying guide we did the research and found 11 ceiling fans with regular light bulbs that you can buy right now.
Finding Ceiling Fans with Regular Light Bulbs
Before we begin let’s define what we mean by “regular” bulbs. When most people think of regular light bulbs they mean standard medium base (E26) bulbs that can be found in most household light fixtures.
We explain the different types of light bulbs for ceiling fans in our Best LED Bulbs for Ceiling Fans guide and we recommend you check it out to learn more about bulb sizing.
For many years the ceiling fan industry standard was to use smaller intermediate and candelabra bulbs in ceiling fan light kits because of their lower wattage. Since then many ceiling fan companies have since switched to more energy efficient integrated LED light kits that remove the use of bulbs altogether. Ceiling fans that take regular light bulbs still exist although they are just becoming increasingly rare.
Edison Bulb Ceiling Fans
Some modern ceiling fans use what are called Edison bulbs. Most Edison bulb ceiling fans use regular medium base E26 fixtures in their light kits. Edison bulbs themselves are a retro-style bulb with exposed “filament” - we put filament in quotes because modern Edison bulbs use LED technology and are designed to look like the incandescent bulbs of yesterday. You can always switch your Edison bulbs for medium base low-wattage LED bulbs that are found at local stores everywhere.
Best Ceiling Fans with Regular Light Bulbs
Casablanca Durant Ceiling Fan
The Casablanca Durant is a hugger ceiling fan that is perfect for low ceilings and small rooms. Features include reversible wood veneer blades with Dust Armor coating, 4-speed reversible motor and a lifetime motor warranty from Casablanca!
The Durant is available in 44-inch blade span and in 54-inch version that features a domed light kit. Both Durant ceiling fans use regular light bulbs in their fixtures for easy replacement when needed.
Minka Aire Alva Ceiling Fan
The Minka Aire Alva is an edison bulb ceiling fan that is bound to turn some heads! This industrial-style ceiling fan features a E26 medium base LED bulb light kit - each bulb can be replaced as needed with regular LED light bulbs under 6 watts. Full of great features, the Alva includes a handheld remote, super-silent DC motor and has a high output airflow that will result in cost savings over time. If you are looking for a stylish and high-quality ceiling fan with regular light bulbs then the Minka Aire Alva is definitely a diamond in the rough!
56-inch blade span
Super quiet energy saving DC motor
Remote control included
QuorUm Eden Ceiling Fan
Quorum offers a stylish and modern option with their Eden ceiling fan. This ceiling fan takes regular light bulbs thanks to its E26 medium base light kit. Incredibly versatile, the Quorum Eden ceiling fan can be mounted flush with the included hugger adapter or installed on tall ceilings with downrods. A 60-inch blade span means the Quorum Eden is perfect for medium to large size rooms that could benefit from a larger ceiling fan.
60-inch blade span
Hugger adapter included for flush mounting
Limited lifetime warranty
Hunter Donegan 3 Light Ceiling Fan
The Hunter Donegan is a modern take on the traditional 3-light ceiling fan. Available in 44-inch 54-inch blade spans, the Donegan is perfect for small and medium size rooms. The light kit features three 7-watt (800 lumens) medium base LED bulbs and you can easily replace the bulbs as needed. If you are looking for a quality yet affordable ceiling fan with regular bulbs then the Hunter Donegan is worth a closer look!
Available in 44-inch and 54” versions
Hunter limited lifetime warranty
Pull chain operated
Wind River Frisco Ceiling Fan
The Wind River Frisco is an affordable budget fan that includes all of the features you need for a reliable year-round fan. The Frisco features a 3-speed reversible motor, efficient airflow and a limited lifetime warranty. With a 44-inch blade span and a hugger profile, the Wind River Frisco is perfect for rooms with low ceilings. If you are looking for hugger ceiling fans that take regular light bulbs you’ll be pleased to find out that the Frisco has a light kit that accepts two E26 medium base bulbs.
44” blade span
Low-profile hugger for low ceilings
Limited lifetime warranty
Hunter Cranbrook Low Profile Ceiling Fan
The Hunter Cranbrook is a low profile edison bulb ceiling fan that is available in multiple fun colors such as black, pink, mint and gray. With all of these color options, it’s no wonder the Cranbrook is one of our favorite kids room and nursery ceiling fans. But the Cranbrook is also great for living rooms and other common spaces thanks to its included handheld remote and fan features.
The integrated light kit on the Cranbrook features one E26 medium base bulb which is perfect for anyone looking for a ceiling fan that takes regular light bulbs.
52-inch blade span
Remote control included
Limited lifetime motor warranty
Savoy House Connell Ceiling Fan
The Savoy House Connell is an edison bulb ceiling fan that features a unique glass enclosed light kit and an industrial style for a modern look. The light kit accepts three E26 medium base bulbs and Savoy House includes Edison light bulbs to complete the look. Those looking for a great quality rustic industrial ceiling fan that accepts regular light bulbs will love the Savoy House Connell!
56-inch blade span
Included remote control
Limited lifetime motor warranty
Savoy House First Value Ceiling Fan
The Savoy House First Value is a traditional ceiling fan that comes in your choice of a 3-light or domed light kit. Each version of this ceiling fan accepts regular medium base bulbs. With a 52-inch blade sweep, the First Value ceiling fan is perfect for small to medium size rooms and can be adapted for low ceilings or sloped ceilings with the included mounting hardware.
52-inch blade span
Pull chain operated
Choose between 3-light or dome light kits
Outdoor Ceiling Fans with Regular Light Bulbs
Here are our finds for the best outdoor ceiling fans that take regular light bulbs. Unlike the other fans on this list these ceiling fans are either damp or wet rated for outdoor use. These ceiling fans are perfect for porches, gazebos, and other outdoor spaces but with the added benefit of accepting common E26 medium base light bulbs in their light kits.
Craftmade Port Arbor Outdoor Ceiling Fan
The Craftmade Port Arbor is a wet rated outdoor ceiling fan that lives up to the quality and craftmanship that Craftmade is known for. Filled with nautical details, the Port Arbor features a hammered metal body and phenolic light shade that plays well with outdoor spaces. The integrated light kit accepts one E26 medium base bulb and the Port Arbor even includes a bulb with each purchase.
52-inch blade span
ETL Wet Rated
Limited lifetime warranty
Quorum Estate Outdoor Ceiling Fan
Available in multiple colors and finishes, the Quorum Estate is an outdoor ceiling fan that is as expressive as you are. This 52-inch ceiling fan includes wall control for easy access to fan settings and an integrated glass dome light kit that takes two E26 medium base bulbs that can be found in any home and garden center.
52-inch blade span
ETL Wet Rated
Limited lifetime warranty
Quorum Portico Outdoor Ceiling Fan
Quorum offers a nautical-inspired outdoor ceiling fan with their Portico ceiling fan. The Portico features an integrated light kit that holds one E26 medium base light fixture for use with regular light bulbs that are outdoor-friendly. Equipped with wall control, a high-grade motor and high airflow - the Quorum Portico is a high quality option for anyone looking for a wet rated ceiling fan that takes regular size light bulbs.
60-inch blade speed
Wall control included
Limited lifetime warranty on motor
More Options: Brands to Look Out For
Here are a few ceiling fan brands that offer fan models with E26 light bulb bases. No one brand uses regular medium base light bulbs in their ceiling fans exclusively - but some brands offer more options than others.
Hunter
If you are looking for the most variety of ceiling fans with regular light bulbs being offered today then we recommend looking at Hunter fans. Few brands offer as many stylish options that also include E26 medium base light kits.
A few of the ceiling fans we did not mention include the Hunter Spring Mill, Hunter Ronan and Hunter Hepburn ceiling fans. Hunter fans are usually affordable and you can find ceiling fans that take regular bulbs in both the low and medium end of their line.
Savoy House
Savoy House offers a few models with regular light bulbs in their light kits in their lower-priced budget models and a few of their mid-tier ceiling fans. One con about going with a budget fan is that they usually do not include the latest technology like the most expensive ceiling fans do. As a result you may be left without features such as dimmable lights, remote and wall controls and more modern designs.
Craftmade
For outdoor ceiling fans with regular light bulbs we recommend looking at Craftmade outdoor-rated ceiling fan models. We found that many of their damp and wet rated ceiling fans include E26 medium base fixtures in their light kits. Other Craftmade ceiling fans that we did not include above are the Craftmade Cove Harbor and the Craftmade Riverfront ceiling fans - both of these fans use regular medium base light kits.
