Recently purchased and installed this fan in our vaulted ceiling family room. A downrod was needed, but the fan is powerful and gives off a good amount of wind and air circulation. Also used with a universal remote, which installed just fine and works perfectly with the fan. The blades are a great color! We chose the side with the black edges, however, the other side were beautiful, as well. Definitely do not plan on the light in this fan being your only light source for the room. It gives off a nice glow, but is definitely not bright enough to do the job on its own. Overall, very pleased with this purchase!