Even if you can snap up a brand-new one for cheap, making the best out of a functioning yet un-fun-looking existing ceiling fan is a smarter choice, both economically and environmentally.

drywall or a drop ceiling. Drywall is generally cheaper to install, costing between $1.50 and $4.35 per square foot, while drop ceilings tend to be pricier, falling between $2.00 and $5.50 per square ...