Portage Bay 50251 Hugger 52″ Matte Black West Hill Ceiling
$69.99
Product Overview
The Portage Bay 50251 Hugger 52″ Matte Black West Hill Ceiling Fan is engineered specifically for interior spaces with lower ceiling heights, offering a streamlined flush-mount solution that maximizes airflow without sacrificing headroom. Designed to fit snugly against the ceiling, this fan delivers powerful yet quiet performance through its high-efficiency motor and five dual-finish blades. Ideal for rooms up to 20 feet by 20 feet, it combines practical climate control with ambient lighting in one reliable package. Whether installed in bedrooms, home offices, or compact living areas, this ceiling fan provides effective cooling and customizable style without the bulk of traditional fixtures.
Key Features
- Low-Profile Hugger Design: Standing just 11.5 inches from ceiling to bottom of the light fixture, this flush-mount model is perfect for rooms with limited vertical space where standard fans would interfere with furniture or door clearance.
- High-Performance Reversible Motor: Operates quietly across three speed settings and features reversible functionality—ideal for switching between clockwise (summer) and counterclockwise (winter) modes to optimize airflow direction year-round.
- Dual-Finish Fan Blades: Includes five 52-inch blades finished with Matte Black on one side and Siberian Walnut on the reverse, giving you flexibility to match your decor without needing multiple fans or aftermarket blade sets.
- Inclusive Dimmable LED Light Kit: Comes equipped with a frosted cased white light kit featuring one E26/A15 LED bulb that emits 600 lumens with a wide 200-degree beam angle, providing bright, even illumination suitable for general room lighting.
- Full Dimming Control: The included LED bulb supports smooth dimming from 100% down to 10%, allowing you to adjust brightness based on time of day or activity—perfect for creating relaxed evening atmospheres or maintaining focus during daytime work.
- Compatible Bulb Options: While it includes an energy-efficient LED bulb, the fixture is also compatible with CFL bulbs if preferred or required for specific dimming systems.
Technical Specifications
- Model Number: Portage Bay 50251 Hugger
- Blade Span: 52 inches
- Number of Blades: 5
- Blade Finish Options: Matte Black (side A), Siberian Walnut (side B)
- Mounting Style: Flush (Hugger) mount
- Ceiling-to-Bottom Height: 11.5 inches
- Motor Type: Three-speed, reversible
- Light Kit: Frosted cased white
- Included Bulb: One E26/A15 LED (600 lumens, 200° beam angle)
- Dimmable Range: 100% to 10%
- Room Size Suitability: Up to 20 ft. × 20 ft.
- Bulb Compatibility: Also compatible with CFL bulbs
Benefits & Use Cases
This ceiling fan excels in environments where ceiling height is a constraint but performance cannot be compromised. Its compact hugger design ensures compatibility with most low-ceiling interiors—including finished basements, lofts, and older homes with architectural limitations. The quiet operation makes it particularly well-suited for bedrooms and home offices where ambient noise should remain minimal. Users appreciate how the reversible motor enhances comfort throughout the seasons: in warmer months, it pushes air downward for a refreshing breeze; in cooler months, it reverses to circulate warm air trapped near the ceiling, reducing reliance on heating systems.
The integrated LED light offers consistent, shadow-free illumination ideal for reading, working, or general room use. With full dimming capability, homeowners can tailor lighting levels to suit different activities—from bright task lighting to soft nighttime ambiance. The dual-finish blade system adds a layer of customization, letting you choose between modern Matte Black or rich Siberian Walnut tones to complement existing furniture, wall colors, or seasonal decor changes. Since both finishes are included, no additional purchases are needed to achieve the desired look.
Overall, this fan balances functionality, efficiency, and aesthetic versatility, making it a practical choice for renters and homeowners alike who value both performance and design coherence in their living spaces.
Important Notes
While the Portage Bay 50251 performs well in moderate-sized rooms, some customers have noted that the light output may not be sufficient for very large or exceptionally dark spaces. If you require intense illumination for expansive areas, consider pairing it with supplemental lighting. Additionally, feedback on long-term build quality has been mixed—some users report durable construction, while others suggest reviewing recent reviews before committing to purchase, especially if durability is a top priority.
The fan arrives ready for installation with all necessary hardware, including the light kit and pre-installed LED bulb. However, proper electrical wiring is required, so professional installation is recommended unless you’re experienced with ceiling fan setups. Always turn off power at the circuit breaker before beginning installation and follow the included manual for safety and mounting instructions. As with any ceiling-mounted appliance, ensure the electrical box is rated for fan support to prevent structural issues.
Customer satisfaction often centers on the fan’s quiet operation and reasonable price point, with many noting that the airflow remains effective despite its compact size. That said, individual expectations around brightness and sturdiness may vary—so aligning these specs with your specific needs will help ensure a satisfying ownership experience.
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StewartB –
I am REALLY impressed with this ceiling fan!
Edit 5/27/2022: The second fan I installed was defective. We spent a couple of hours trying to get it balanced and we could not get it balanced no matter what we tried. Also, the second fan did not spin as fast as the first fan I installed. So, I returned it. I just installed the second fan and it worked flawlessly. It was balanced AND it was as powerful as the first. So…If you get one of these fans that you cannot get balanced, or if the performance is poor. just return it for a replacement like I did. I am TOTALLY satisified with both of these fans.Initial review:I really am impressed with these ceiling fans.I bought two and just finished installing the first one. These are being installed in my garage. I wanted a low profile fans with lights.These fans really do measure just over 11″ from the ceiling, including the light fixture. Very low profile.Here is what I like:1) The fan doesn’t wobble. Not at all. (it does come with a balancing kit that I did not need)2) The fan is quiet.3) The fan moves quite a bit of air.4) It looks great. I have the black side down on the blades, but the dark brown looks good too.5) The low profile, even with the light fixture.6) Good quality. The fit and finish are excellent.7) Very good instructions.8) Easy installation.What isn’t great:1) The light doesn’t put out much light at all with the included bulb. That is fine with me, as I have additional shop lights. However, if you needed this to be a primary light source, you might not be happy with it. The way the fixture is made, even with a brighter bulb, there is always going to be a dark area on one side of the shade because of the way the bulb is mounted sideways in the fixture.That being said, it suits my needs. I am going to purchase some higher wattage A15 LED bulbs and give them a try. The bulb that comes with this fan says it is a 60 watt equivalent. There is NO WAY that this is equivalent to a 60 watt bulb. Not a big deal, just want you to know.I am VERY satisfied with this purchase.The price is great too!My garage gets very hot in the summer. I use box fans to try to cool it off in the evenings. Even with the main garage door and the side door open and using 4 to 5 box fans, I can never really cool if down. I think that I won’t have a problem now. This fan moves a lot of air, and I am installing two of them. I should be fine this summer.I replaced two ceiling lamps with these fans. I purchased two “Hubbell Raco 936 4 in. Round Retro-Brace Ceiling Fan-Rated Support” kits, as the original electrical boxes are definitely not strong enough for a ceiling fan. These fan kits worked great with these fans.Finally, I am really impressed with how light weight these fans are. They are very strong, but the fan blades and accessories are very light weight. I have other ceiling fans that I installed myself that weigh twice as much and feel half as sturdy, if that makes any sense.Bottom line: the next time I need a ceiling fan, I am going to purchase this same fan again.Hope this helps.
Peterboy1 –
Very Impressed
I just wanted a basic ceiling fan to replace my old $150 Hunter which was noisy and had developed balance issues because humidity had swollen the edges of the pressed-wood blades. This fan is so much better!! It is beautiful and all components seem to be of excellent quality. The blades are made of solid wood, it is well balanced , runs super smoothly and it’s so quiet I almost cannot tell that it”s on. The switches work well and my daughter says the light is bright enough for studying and she likes the fact that the dome diffuses the light to perfectly fill the room while adding some yellow warmth to the LED bulb. Assembly difficulty was about average and it definitely helped to have an extra set of hands to help hold components in place during attachment. One tip (important and not in the instructions): Prior to attaching the light assembly to the motor/blade assembly make sure to align the pull-chain pass-through holes in the light assembly with where the pull-chains exit the motor assembly. It only aligns one way and if not correct the pull-chains will encounter too much resistance to operate effectively. Overall I’m very impressed with the quality and quietness of this fan – especially when compared to my previous much more expensive Hunter – and I would definitely recommend this one to a friend.
DE –
Very good price. Not Chinese, made in Hong Kong. Silent and wobble free
Wanted a Hunter or Casablanca, but budget for 3 fans at once was not there. 2 black and 1 pewter.Two installed so far. If these hold up, really would cement five stars.These are made in Hong Kong and not China. Directions in crystal clear English, by someone who clearly studied English at college level or a literate native speaker. Directions were not faded, or a photocopy 5x over. Legible, clear and concise.Fit and finish very good. For the most part easy install, likely easier with 2 people.High Points*Easy install.Wobble free.Silent.Very good fit and finish.Price – very competitive.Pull chains have an adequate pull knob. Chain extensions provided will probably make reach easy in most rooms.Light bulb included.Improvements?Blades look okay, simulated grain I think.Black blades choice of painted black side or a very dark simulated wood grain.-I expect pricing probably eliminates a higher quality blade. At least these are wood and not plastic.As an aside, the pewter finish was a 99% match to fixtures in the room. The black fans were an adequate match to existing black lamps, curtain rod and black safe in one room, and black wrought iron lamps in the other.
Graciela –
Me ha gustado mucho el ventilador cumple con todas las especificaciones, bonito, silencioso y mantiene una ventilación muy buena. Además que está a un buen precio sin duda alguna compraré más para la casa.
Teacher Collective. S.L. –
Despues de 2 horas montandolo, estaba muy malo, echaba humo, y un olor de quemado. Incluso parece muy antiguo. Tuvé que pagar para la instalación hecho por un electricista, y despues fui a otra tienda a comprar un modelo que si funciona.
David E –
Es de buen tamaño, da suficiente aire, nada ruidoso, solo el foco tuve que cambiarlo por uno de mayor intensidad. El que trae no Aluza lo suficiente.Entrega rápida
victorjglzr –
Este ventilador de techo es bastante bueno, les comparto mi experiencia: pedà el de color negro, aunque las aspas más bien parecen cafés sumamente oscuro, pero negro no es, de cualquier forma luce muy bien. Tiene 3 velocidades, en la más alta hace un ligero ruido, una mezcla entre el movimiento del aire y el sonido del motor, en las otras dos velocidades más bajas no hace ruido que yo pueda percibir. La instalación ha sido muy sencilla para mi aunque no soy electricista, cuenta con un manual de instalación, lo más difÃcil ha sido que como se instala en el techo la sangre se me bajaba de los brazos de ves en cuando, un pequeño descanso eventual y en un par de horas ya estaba instalado. IncluÃa un foco pequeño de luz cálida, lo probé, no me gustó y lo cambié por un foco de tamaño medio de luz frÃa, no le caben focos más grandes a los de tamaño medio, sin embargo parece que es toda la iluminación que necesito, al cambiarle el foco la luz dejó de estar centrada y ahora está como de lado, porque el foco se coloca de manera horizontal y el nuevo foco es más alto, iluminando más un lado de la habitación que el otro, sin embargo esto no me llega a molestar (Se usa muy bien para espacios que no requieren de mucha iluminación o que cuentan con iluminación alternativa). Solamente me gustarÃa que tuviera un poco más de velocidad el ventilador, aunque realmente no lo necesito porque casi siempre lo tengo en la velocidad mÃnima, aun asà me gusta tener más de lo que necesito por si acaso, por eso le doy 4 de 5 estrellas. Cuando lo pedà tenÃa el pendiente de que no cupiera en mi pequeña habitación de 2.7 x 2.7 m, pero al instalarlo descubrà que tiene un tamaño ideal. No es Perfecto pero cumple su función, calidad precio bastante buena, personalmente me encuentro satisfecho con la compra, y si, lo volverÃa a comprara.Para usarlo tiene dos cadenas, con una se enciende y apaga la luz y con la otra al accionarla una vez se enciende en la velocidad máxima, al accionarla por segunda vez cambia a la velocidad media, al accionarla por tercera vez cambia a la velocidad mÃnima, y al accionarla por cuarta vez el ventilador deja de girar lentamente.Todo bien si sigues el manual de instrucciones.
Usiel –
Compre 2 hace un par de semanas, no tardaron en llegar, su instalacion fue super facil.El nivel de ruido es super bajo y la velocidad es muy buena en comparacion de su rango de precios, fue una excelente compra.El unico detalle es que no venian los tornillos para anclar el ventilador al techo, pero sirven los que ya tienen en las rosetas de las casas.