B-Air FIRTANA-20X High Velocity Electric Industrial and Home Floor Fan, 20"

 B-Air FIRTANA-20X High Velocity Electric Industrial and Home Floor Fan, 20"

•  WIND TO KEEP YOU COOL - Whether you're working with machinery in a large shop, warehouse, or winding down after work outdoor on your patio enjoying a drink, our 20-inch fan will meet your cooling needs.
• POWERFUL - Our fans will help you get through those hot summer days where you need real air flow when those heat waves hit. Great for those that like loud white noise while sleeping.
• VERSATILE - 3 speed settings, tilt adjustable, portable handle, and UL certification to keep you safe. Keep it on the floor or hang it on the wall in your kitchen to circulate the hot air out.
• STRONG AND STURDY - All metal heavy duty housing that is easy to assemble and take apart for easy and convenient maintenance. Small grid spacing to keep out accidental fingers and paws from getting in.
• - 1 year . At B-Air, we engineer quality, durable, and reliable products. We stand by our products and hope you do too.

Which one to buy: ceiling, wall or portable fan?

Are you thinking of choosing the fan as an option to cool off in the heat? There are several models on the market, but the choice must be according to the needs of each person or the environment. See here which fan is perfect for your home.

Choose the ideal model:

There are 3 models: ceiling fan , wall fan or portable fan . Each has its own characteristics, but the main difference between them is the range and direction of the wind.

The ceiling fan generates greater climate control. It spreads the breeze across the room evenly, concentrating the strongest wind focus just under the device. The average ventilation range is up to 25 m². This model must be installed at least 70 cm away from furniture or walls.

On the other hand , the wall fan produces more ventilation at a greater distance (50 m²) because it has a strong wind jet. Therefore, you must be more careful when installing so that the artificial wind does not interfere with the entry of natural wind through the windows or doors of the environment.

Meanwhile, the portable or desktop model   has the same functionality as the wall fans, but with a smaller wind distance range (12 m²). Therefore, it is suitable for personal use and not for environments. It can be placed on a coffee table or on the floor.

Fan power
We tend to choose the fan for the power of the engine, but other factors are also influential. The number of blades, for example, is decisive for ventilation. The greater the number of blades, the greater the ability to spread the wind, in addition to the angulation.

Another important factor is the speed of rotation. If the blades turn too fast, the wind turns into a jet, which, despite being cool, can also be disturbing both for noise and comfort.

How to maintain
In general, maintenance of fans, especially wall and ceiling fans, needs to take place every two years. It is worth cleaning it, but also checking the screws and confirming that there is no chattering.

With these tips, it's easier to get it right when choosing the ideal fan , isn't it? Prefer products with quality seal and energy saving and then just enjoy!

How to choose the best fan

In the field of home appliances, electric fans are the cheapest and least complex equipment, and they are often not given due importance either at the time of purchase or in use.
Despite being simple devices, the blades that make up the fan propeller reach high speeds and can hurt the user when they are not properly protected.

First of all, you have to decide the best type of model for your case and how much you are willing to spend.
In fact, there are many fans, from simple tabletop models from 10 euros to ceiling models or even air columns that can reach 200 euros.

How to get the purchase right and use without taking risks?

Fans: which type to choose?
There are several types of fans, each with its own advantages and disadvantages.
Compare models and prices, test its portability if you intend to use it in various spaces in the house, and check if it is quiet enough, in case you want to install it in a bedroom or near a TV.

table fans

• With prices ranging between 10 and 70 euros, they are the most common and cheapest type of fans.
• With low power, they have a small support and are easy to transport, so the user can enjoy the flow of fresh air wherever they want.
• They also allow directing the flow horizontally and vertically.
• Its use is preferably intended for small rooms or offices.

standing fans

• Prices can vary between around 20 and 120 euros.
• These fans are similar to desktop models, with the same advantages, only differing in the height of the support, which gives them some instability.
• The foot is adjustable in height.
• These appliances have the ability to oscillate, which also improves their use in larger rooms.

Floor fans

• With prices between around 25 and 100 euros, these devices are bigger and more powerful than table or standing fans.
• They are intended to be used on the floor, given their weight and dimension.
• They are stable devices, but they only allow you to adjust the airflow vertically, tilting the fan itself.
• These fans promote good air circulation in large spaces.

ceiling fans

• The prices of ceiling models range from around 40 to 200 euros.
• Although they are currently little sought after, the truth is that they allow two problems to be solved at once, such as lighting and climate control.
• Furthermore, these fans allow for the inversion of rotation.
• In this way, they help to cool the air on hot days and allow more pleasant air circulation on cold days.

air columns

• Prices for towers or air columns vary between 30 and 200 euros.
• These equipments are, in fact, fans that generate an air flow without resorting to rotating blades.
• There is therefore no risk of inadvertently placing your fingers in the middle of the mechanism.
• The air columns can be programmed to swing left and right and thus cover a larger area.

How to choose the fan well

• Choose the fan that best suits the space where you want to use it.
• Larger fans are suitable for larger spaces, while smaller fans (such as desktop ones) are more practical for smaller spaces, such as an office, for example.
• Check that the noise emitted during operation does not affect the activities you usually carry out in the space where you intend to install it.
• For use with a television, it is wise to opt for a silent model.
• The same goes for a fan you intend to use in the bedroom.
• Check fan speeds before purchasing.
• Most models have programs with different operating speeds, but sometimes the “weakest program” in one fan can correspond to a “strongest program” in another.
• Whenever possible, check the different fan speed settings.
• Try to test the strength of the base or foot and its stability in operation.
• At the store, try running it at full speed to see if it remains stable.
• The standing fans must have a sturdy base, to avoid an eventual fall in operation.
• Prefer a model with removable grids for easy cleaning.
• Metal grills are more resistant than plastic ones.
• Children may be tempted to put their fingers in the spaces between the grids to try and touch the fan blades.
• From the outset, manufacturers are required to comply with stringent safety standards and, therefore, it is not expected that you will be able to put your fingers between the bars.
• Still, it is wise to check the space between the grids.
• Do not leave the fan running in an empty room.
• In fact, fans do not cool the spaces in the house.
• They only promote the freshness effect through contact with the user's skin.
• By leaving a fan running in a room, in addition to heating the space due to the motor running, you will be wasting energy unnecessarily.

hOmeLabs 1,500 Sq. Ft Energy Star Dehumidifier for Medium to Large Rooms and Basements

 hOmeLabs 1,500 Sq. Ft Energy Star Dehumidifier for Medium to Large Rooms and Basements

•  1,500 sq ft Dehumidifier - Our dehumidifier removes up to 22 pints (30 pint 2012 DOE standard) of moisture from the air per day. This moisture-removing, Energy Star certified beast is fit for medium to large rooms, to quickly and effectively absorb moisture without racking up your energy bill.
• Designed For The Modern Home - That most dehumidifiers are clunky eyesores is news to nobody. We designed with the modern consumer in mind: a sleek clean look, convenient built-in wheels and handles, and a quiet fan that won’t drown out your current binge-watching obsession.
• Super Easy To Use - Dehumidifiers don’t need to be complicated, so ours isn’t. Adjust to your ideal moisture setting, then let it run its continuous 24-hour cycle until the tank is full, at which point it will automatically shut-off. Don’t got time for that? There’s also a drain hose outlet for continuous draining. The hose is not included; we recommend a ⅝” diameter garden hose with an internal threaded end, and optionally Teflon tape for extra security
• Eliminates Moistness - Moist is a bad word. Our portable dehumidifier reduces moisture through its built-in pump compressor. It also features a Turbo mode that increases fan speed from Normal Air CFM 165 (cubic feet per minute) to High Air CFM 188 for maximum moisture removal
• Important Things To Know - Dehumidifiers emit heat when in use (that’s how they absorb the moisture). This product won’t work in the same room as an evaporative cooler, and is intended for any indoor space up to 1,500 square feet. It measures 15.2 x 10 x 19.7 inches, has a 1 gallon water tank capacity, and removes up to 22 pints of moisture from the air per day.

How to choose the dehumidifier

Do you have signs of excessive humidity in the home, such as mold on the walls or the constant appearance of condensation on surfaces? A dehumidifier can help alleviate the problem. The capacity to extract moisture and the size of the reservoir are aspects to be taken into account when purchasing.

• Housing in Portugal still has very significant problems and construction deficiencies that are difficult to resolve, which are one of the main causes of excessive humidity in houses.
• Another problem is the general lack of systems that promote the renewal of indoor air in homes.
• These two factors lead to very high levels of relative humidity inside the houses, which can lead to associated problems such as mold and fungus formation, damage to materials and, most importantly, health problems.

On the one hand, the solutions to some deficiencies in the construction of buildings require interventions of great technical complexity and high costs and, therefore, are put aside.
On the other hand, the installation and operation of mechanical ventilation systems in homes continues to be a solution little seen and adopted in Portugal.

It is for these reasons that the natural ventilation of homes through opening windows, for example, is of great importance.
Although it does not guarantee, from the outset, that the indoor air quality is at ideal levels, it is better to ventilate a house in this way than to do nothing.

Air conditioning and dehumidifiers

The air conditioners
 and dehumidifiers can help to keep the relative humidity levels and controlled within optimal values (from 40 to 60%), reducing the possibility of appearance of mold, fungi and surface condensation.
They do not solve the problem at its source, but contribute to alleviating it.

In the case of dehumidifiers, before buying a device of this nature, always check the following features:

• volume of the environment to be dehumidified;
• temperature at which the device works;
• size and weight of the device (it should be light if it is to be used in different rooms);
• maximum moisture extracted (number of liters in 24 hours);
• reservoir volume and possibility of connection to the sewer for continuous drainage;
• possibility of automatic adjustment of the humidity level;
• presence of filters to purify the air;
• washable filters.

The capacity of the dehumidifier reservoir
where the water is stored is a factor to be analyzed.
If it's too small, you'll have to dump it more often, which is impractical.

• Dehumidifiers with daily extraction capacity between 10 and 12 liters are recommended for rooms between 20 and 25 square meters.
• For rooms between 35 and 40 square meters, a device with a daily extraction capacity between 16 and 20 liters is recommended.
• In both cases, the values ​​for the area of ​​the rooms are indicative and always depend on the relative humidity or the humidity released from the room.

Dehumidifier Functions
Dehumidifiers are equipped with various functions
.
Most have the warning
that the reservoir is full and the possibility of connecting the appliance to a sewer to drain the water.
But not all are sold with the necessary tubes, although these can be very short.
An important function, especially for those who live in cold areas, is the “
defrost control ”: it prevents the appliance from freezing if the room gets too low temperatures.

• The hygrostat is the component that measures and regulates humidity.
• Choose a device with a digital hygrostat : it reveals the relative humidity in the space and allows you to set the value you want.
• When this is reached, the device switches off.
• It turns on again when the moisture content exceeds that entered.

On models with a mechanical hygrostat, it is not possible to set the desired value.
You will have to turn the knob until you hear a click, indicating that the appliance is adjusted to the room's relative humidity.
From here, you can select a higher or lower level of relative humidity for the room by turning the knob one way or the other.

Some models do not have the possibility of regulating the relative humidity, operating in a fixed way to a value indicated by the manufacturer (generally, in the range of 40 to 60 percent).

If you want to use the equipment in multiple rooms, make sure it is not excessively heavy, to facilitate transport.
Having a handle or wheels can be helpful.

Discover the best dehumidifiers, see useful equipment and prices on our comparator.

GO TO THE DEHUMIDIFIER TEST

these devices
They don't require much maintenance, but it's a good idea to take some precautions to ensure that they work properly.

Take precautions before storing the dehumidifier if you are not going to use it for some time.
Start by cleaning the filter and water reservoir.
Cover the equipment to prevent accumulation of dust and store it in a cool, dry place.

Always follow the manufacturer's instructions on the procedures and periodicity of equipment maintenance operations.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does a dehumidifier work?

• The dehumidifier has a fan that draws moist air from outside into the appliance.
• Once inside, the still humid air crosses a cold surface and part of the water contained in it condenses.
• The extracted water is collected in a container inside the dehumidifier that stores it for later removal.
• The now dry air passes through a semi-heated spiral to return to the outside through an air outlet of the equipment.

How should I use a dehumidifier?

• Make sure there are no curtains or furniture blocking the front or rear of the dehumidifier.
• It should be placed on a flat surface and in a place where air can circulate easily.
• Some manufacturers advise leaving at least 50 cm between the device and any other object.
• Close doors and windows in the room to keep out fresh air.
• In this way, you can dehumidify the room more quickly and efficiently.

How to maintain the dehumidifier?

• If you have children at home, make sure they do not introduce objects into the equipment's air inlets and outlets.
• Otherwise, they could damage it.
• Clean filters frequently, following the manufacturer's recommendation.
• Turn off the dehumidifier before cleaning it or the accessories.
• If it is a washable filter, make sure it is dry before putting it into the equipment.