Top 6 Universal Tips for Choosing the Perfect Bathroom Exhaust Fan: Keep Your Space Dry and Fresh

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Top 6 Universal Tips for Choosing the Perfect Bathroom Exhaust Fan: Keep Your Space Dry and Fresh

WHY EXHAUST/VENTILATION FAN IS IMPORTANT?

Bathrooms are more important than we often realize. After each use, especially after a hot shower, they can get steamy and damp. This moisture fogs up mirrors, damages paint, and can even lead to mold.

An exhaust fan is a simple fix for these issues. It helps remove moisture and bad odors, keeping the bathroom dry and fresh. With an exhaust fan, your bathroom stays clean, your walls stay intact, and you enjoy a more pleasant experience every time you step in.

HERE ARE TOP 6 IDEAS TO CONSIDER WHILE CHOOSING EXHAUST FAN FOR YOUR BATHROOM:

  1. SIZE OF OUR SPACE
  2. NOISE LEVEL
  3. AIRFLOW CAPACITY
  4. ENERGY EFFICIENCY
  5. REPUTABLE BRAND
  6. MOISTURE AND HUMIDITY SENSING
Disclaimer: All products are reviewed from my personal experience

CONSIDERABLE FACTS:

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When we decide to install an exhaust fan in our bathroom we should keep in mind some important facts as–

1. SIZE OF OUR SPACE:

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At first we should think about our bathroom size to install an exhaust fan. Need to calculate the square footage of our room and decide which size and types are good for installation. There are many types such as ceiling mounted, wall, inline ventilation fan or combination fan.

2. NOISE LEVEL:

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Noise or sound pressure level is expressed in sone rating. Fans with lower sones produce less noise during operation. Fans with noise ratings below 1.0 sones/28DB are regarded as suitable for our living areas.

3. AIRFLOW CAPACITY:

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It is defined as the cubic feet per minute (CFM). The fan can circulate and depends on the size of the ventilation fan. If the CFM is low it takes time to ventilate and the higher CFM takes short time to ventilate with a large fan.

4. ENERGY EFFICIENCY:

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Choosing an exhausted fan according to its energy efficiency is also important that can balance our electric bills. Generally fans with a lower air flow rate have a lower wattage and require less energy.

5. REPUTABLE BRAND:

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We should install exhaust fans according to a reputable and well known brand. All the renowned brands offer their products with warranty and exceptional customer service. They will always be with you at your service.

6. MOISTURE AND HUMIDITY SENSING:

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It is necessary to find out if there are any sensors in the exhaust fan or not. If it is, it will automatically kick the fan to start when the place is wet and moisture. It will be helpful for keeping the bathroom clean, maintaining hygiene. Then you and your guest always get fresh feelings.

According to the considerable fact to choose exhausted fan, here are some review of exhausted fans

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At first turn off the power, remove the fan grille by pulling downward, squeeze the clips together, use screws to turn out the fan and gently remove the fan.

Generally we recommend at least 80 cfm for most bathroom. But for large bathrooms 100/110 cfm fan is suitable.

Basic rules to choose bathroom fans depend on square feet. Choose a fan that can ventilate at least 1 cfm per square feet of room.

Remove the fan cover, take a slotted or flathead screwdriver to remove the fan and light if it has. Clean with vacuum cleaner or duster to remove dirt, dust, cobwebs from the blades and light cover.

To insulate bathroom fan ducts, you need to use insulation sleeves or wrap specifically designed for ducts. Wrapping the entire duct with insulation. you should at least wrap the 6 feet of duct from inside. Keep the vent low and run the insulation over the duct.

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