Soft-bristled brush or toothbrush. Helpful for tackling stubborn dirt or grime in hard-to-reach areas. Dry microfiber cloth or paper towel. Use for drying the fan blades and any excess moisture.

Clean your ceiling fans about once a month to limit dust buildup. "The blowing of air one way draws air, dust, and other floating particles into the fan from the opposite direction," says Latoya ...

Cleaning a ceiling fan can be a messy endeavor if you don’t have the right tricks of the trade on your side. If you’re only working with a duster, you can end up with dust bunnies falling on your ...