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Matthews Fan Company
Matthews designs ceiling and wall fans with retro and industrial styling, founded in 1992. Matthews-Gerbar fans are handmade in the United States and Brazil, while the Atlas line is produced offshore.
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Matthews Fan Company at a glance
Matthews designs ceiling and wall fans with retro and industrial styling, founded in 1992. Matthews-Gerbar fans are handmade in the United States and Brazil, while the Atlas line is produced offshore. Also listed as Matthews Fan.
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At a glance
| Status | Active |
|---|---|
| Headquarters | Libertyville, Illinois |
| Founded | 1992 |
| Country of origin | USA |
| Price tier | Premium |
| Manufacturing | Made in the USA |
| Website | matthewsfanco.com |
| Availability | In the Brand Lighting line card |
About Matthews Fan Company
Matthews Fan Company, founded in 1992 and based in Libertyville, Illinois, makes ceiling and wall fans with retro and industrial styling that does not look like anything else in the category — directional heads, cage guards, dual-rotational designs. The Matthews-Gerbar fans are handmade in the United States and Brazil, while the Atlas line is produced offshore. Buyers are designers and homeowners who want the fan to read as a design object, plus restaurants and covered outdoor spaces that need something more interesting than a builder fan.
Collections
| Irene-3 / Irene-5 | Matthews' best-known family, offered in three-blade and five-blade versions and in multiple diameters including a hugger and a 72-inch high-airflow variant. |
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| Atlas | The offshore-produced line, with its own downrod and accessory program. |
| Nan | Named fan family in the Matthews range. |
| Acqua | Dual-rotational indoor/outdoor fan with light and remote, offered with metal blades and a cage. |
| Dagny | Named fan family in the Matthews range. |
| Eliza | Named fan family in the Matthews range. |
| Patricia | Named fan family in the Matthews range. |
| Vent-Bettina | Damp-rated fan family. |
What you get for the money
Matthews is premium for a fan brand: what the money buys is the casting and finishing work on the motor housing, unusual mechanical configurations such as dual-rotational and directional heads, and — on the Matthews-Gerbar side — handmade construction in the United States and Brazil. That construction difference between Matthews-Gerbar and the offshore Atlas line is worth asking about when you compare two Matthews models on price.
Where it gets used
Restaurants, covered patios, lanais and pool houses; loft and industrial-style interiors; bedrooms and living rooms where a standard five-blade fan would look wrong. In South Florida the covered-outdoor use is the main one, which makes the location rating the first thing to check.
Specifying notes
Matthews fans are rated by location and it varies by model: some are damp-rated for covered spaces with moisture but no direct rainfall, others are wet-rated for direct water exposure. Confirm the rating on the specific model — a damp-rated fan on an unprotected Florida lanai is a warranty problem waiting to happen. Blade span runs from small 37-inch models up to 72 inches on the high-airflow Irene-3, and many models are supplied with remote or wall control, so confirm the control method matches the wiring at the location.
How it compares
| Minka-Aire | Broad designer-fan catalog at lower prices; more conventional shapes and far less unusual mechanical design. |
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| Modern Fan Company | The closest peer on design-led fans; cleaner minimalist forms rather than Matthews' retro and industrial look. |
| Fanimation | Similar price band with a strong outdoor and tropical range; broader but less distinctive. |
| Hunter | Volume brand with a much lower price point; the practical comparison when budget outweighs design. |
Common questions about Matthews Fan Company
Is Matthews Fan Company good quality?
Yes for the design-fan category. Matthews-Gerbar fans are handmade in the United States and Brazil, and the range uses cast and finished housings and unusual mechanical configurations you do not get from volume brands. The Atlas line is produced offshore and priced accordingly.
Are Matthews fans made in the USA?
Partly. Matthews-Gerbar fans are handmade in the United States and Brazil; the Atlas line is produced offshore. If US or Brazilian manufacture matters to you, ask which line the specific model belongs to.
Are Matthews fans wet rated for outdoor use in Florida?
It depends on the model. Matthews offers both damp-rated fans, for covered spaces with moisture but no direct rain, and wet-rated fans that can take direct water exposure. Confirm the rating on the specific model before ordering for an exposed location.
Where can I buy Matthews fans?
Matthews sells through lighting and fan showrooms rather than direct. Brand Lighting is an authorized dealer and can order and ship the line anywhere in the United States.
Does Matthews Fan Company have a warranty?
Matthews product is warranted through the manufacturer, and Brand Lighting supports warranty claims as an authorized dealer. Specific terms are not published on the pages we verified, so request the current warranty document with your quote.
How long is the lead time on a Matthews fan?
Handmade Matthews-Gerbar models can run longer than the offshore Atlas line, and finish choice affects it. Brand Lighting can confirm the current lead time on a specific model before you order.
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Ships nationwide
Yes — we ship Matthews Fan Company anywhere in the US. It is one of the lines Brand Lighting carries directly, so wherever the job is, you can buy it from us — not just in South Florida.
Why through Brand Lighting
We have supplied contractors, developers and hospitality groups across South Florida since 1983. One purchase order can cover this brand and the rest of the package, with a single submittal set and one point of contact.
More lines we carry
Also on our line card: Monte Carlo Fan Company · Propel Air Fans · Hunter Fan Company · Hunter
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