If you do not want to spend half your salary to install an air conditioner in the house, or your boss at the office doesn’t know what it is, and living and working in a stuffy room is already unbearable, then buying a fan can be an excellent solution to this problem. This inexpensive, practical and compact device will not only save you from the summer heat, but also give you a slight breeze in your home or office.
So today we will talk about how to choose a fan that is ideal for you.
Main selection criteria
First you need to decide on the basic parameters, according to which we can reduce the range of choice to 5-10 certain models. Agree, it will be easier to choose from them than from 40-50 fans on the shelves of an average household appliance store.
Fan design
This criterion determines the place where you would like to install a fan. What are the options?
- Floor fan - the most popular model that has enough power to ventilate rooms up to 20 m². The advantages of such models are that they can rotate 90 °, covering a large area. In addition, there are models with adjustable leg height, so you can direct a stream of fresh air either on the face or on the legs.
- Table fan - A more compact model that is not as powerful but more focused. Such a device is best suited for the office: its capacity is enough to refresh one worker who is sick of heat, while his colleagues, who always complain about open windows and drafts, will not find reasons for new readings.
- Ceiling fan - the prerogative of spacious offices, trading floors and warehouse premises, as they have the greatest capacity. As for apartments and houses, the installation of such devices may be due to the peculiarities of interior design, or a large area of ventilated space.
Fan power
This is one of the main characteristics that determines whether you will be satisfied with your purchase. The area of the ventilated space directly depends on the power. To calculate the fan you need, simply multiply the area of your room or office by two.
Noise level
And here is another reason to look into the technical specification of the fan before making a purchasing decision. Depending on who lives in your house (or sits in the same office with you), the fan noise level will determine whether you will live in peace and harmony, or you will have to fight for your right to turn on the fan in their presence.
The norm that should not exceed the noise level of a conventional fan is 30 dB. But, as you know, the smaller the better. If you have small children with a sensitive sleep in the house, and in the office there are super-sensitive colleagues who are even annoyed by the creaking of the door, then it is worth spending time looking for the quietest fan in your segment.
Other features
Now you know about which fan you need. What else can be important when choosing? Pay attention to those models that have:
- Several speeds. The ability to adjust the speed of rotation of the blades will allow you to create the most comfortable atmosphere in the room, depending on the temperature. And you do not have to hide around the corner from the air flow that is knocking you down.
- Timer. Do you often forget to turn off electrical appliances when leaving home? Or are you used to saving electricity? Then the model with auto-off timer is created for you! The fan may turn off when you fall asleep and will not idle all night.
- Air ionization. Models with such an additional function will definitely appeal to people who care about their health, as well as to parents of toddlers who often get sick. In addition, some devices of this type provide a place for capsules with aroma oils, so they not only ventilate the room, but also fill it with fragrance.
Most Popular Fan Makers
Of the inexpensive models (from 300 to 1,500 rubles), the most popular are fans of manufacturers such as Polaris, SUPRA, Scarlett, Rolsen, Irit. Basically, these are models with minimal functionality and simple design.
As for the more powerful, functional and high-quality models with an interesting design, you can purchase them at a price of 1500 rubles from the following manufacturers: Hansa, CENTEK, VENTS, Timberk, Deloni, VITEK, Wellton.
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Common customer mistakes
Choosing a fan, do not step on the rake of unlucky buyers who have not read this article.
- They did not check the stability of the operating fan. Some models manage to move from place because of the lightweight body, they fall easily if they are accidentally touched. If you have animals or small children at home, this can be a disaster.
- They bought a single grille fan. Do not buy such models! The blades and the motor must be protected by grids on both sides! Otherwise, the operation of such models will be dangerous in homes with cats and children.
- They bought a powerful fan without adjusting speeds for a small room. This is exactly the case when it is better to “underrun”. Strong air flow in a small room can cause a cold, even in people with strong immunity.
We wish you a happy shopping and more sunny summer days!
