How confident are you that your outdoor ceiling fan could survive a severe storm? Could it perform for decades in extreme windy, salty, humid, or hot conditions?
The best outdoor ceiling fans can do all that and more … if you know what you’re looking for. Below you’ll find what industry experts say you should expect when shopping for the most reliable and most durable fans for outside use.
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What the Best Outdoor Ceiling Fans Do Best
If you live in an area that consistently experiences harsh weather—places like coastal regions, deserts, or hot and humid climates—it’s critical to invest in the best possible outdoor ceiling fan that can thrive in those climates.
Below are seven essential qualities of the best of the best outdoor ceiling fans:
Wind Defiant
High winds can pick up anywhere and anytime, which can cause ‘regular’ fans to swing up and hit the ceiling. This impact can lead to blades breaking off or the fan fracturing or coming apart. Make sure the fan you buy is designed to not swing in heavy winds and to hold firm through any kind of weather.
Salt Resistant
Life by the beach can feel like heaven on earth, but salty air can be hell on fans—especially if they’re made out of certain types of wood and metal. When shopping for outdoor ceiling fans, be sure you look for products that are specifically built to withstand high-salt conditions after years—or, better yet, decades—of regular use and exposure.
Rust Resistant
Many mid- to high-budget ceiling fans aren’t made with the type of internal and external materials that can endure high humidity. Insist on corrosion-resistant hardware and sealed electronics, LED light, and canopy, so water and moisture stay on the outside—where they belong.
Heat Immune
Heat? What heat? The best outdoor ceiling fans are built to withstand high temperatures—no cracking or warping allowed. If you want a product that also keeps its good looks over time, make sure you invest in a fan that resists fading, too.
Dust Blocking
Whether you’re near the beach or the desert, the last thing you want is an outdoor ceiling fan that’s susceptible to dirt and other particles that can find their way into the product’s nooks and crannies. Shop for fans with an IP solids rating of at least 5 (more on that below).
Safety Minded
Fans spin at high speeds for endless hours. You do not want any part of that fan becoming dislodged or breaking off due to extreme use. Instead, choose an outdoor ceiling fan that’s built to hold together and function optimally for its lifetime—which should be decades, not just years.
Top-of-the-line outdoor ceiling fans like Haiku Coastal fixtures from Big Ass Fans come with cable systems that keep the airfoils intact if anything comes into contact with a blade and breaks it. They also include a stabilizer system that keeps the fan in place in the event of high winds.
Energy Efficient
Do you mean you can get all these benefits AND save energy? Absolutely. That’s why purchasing top-tier outdoor ceiling fans makes such a smart investment. The best products run highly efficiently, making sure your power bills stay low while keeping your spirits high.
High IP Rating
An IP rating, which stands for “ingress protection,” is an industry code that indicates how well an electrical enclosure (such as those that come with a fan or a light fixture) is protected against dust and water. Its two-digit code helps consumers understand the device’s durability in different environments.
The first digit points to the level of protection against solid objects, ranging from 0 (no protection) to 6 (zero object penetration). The second digit reveals a device’s resistance to liquids, with 0 indicating no protection and 9 meaning it can withstand high-pressure hot water. Smartphones, high-end cameras, and tools typically have a level 6 ingress protection against solids like dust, while marine electronics and industrial cleaning equipment offer a full 9-level protection against water.
Big Ass Fans Outdoor Ceiling Fans
If you’re in the market for outdoor ceiling fans, make the smart move and consider the Haiku® Coastal fan. It’s engineered and built to stand strong against the toughest of climates—even hurricane-force winds of 163 (the maximum speed in the testing facility). Experts will tell you that no outdoor ceiling fans have been able to withstand the harsh seaside climate; this one can.
We put our fans through extensive, rigorous testing. Big Ass fans are thoroughly tested to ensure they can perform under the harshest of conditions, including extreme heat, cold, and humidity. After 1000 hours of intense exposure to salt, the Haiku Coastal held strong, with its components, hardware, and motor still in perfect working condition.
Haiku Coastal rates as IP56, which means it provides a high level of protection against solids and liquids. It carries a solid rating of 5, meaning dust, debris, and salt won’t affect its operation. The fan’s liquids rating of 6 assures users that water from heavy seas and rain won’t cause any harm to the unit.
Find out why Big Ass Fans’ Haiku Coastal fans are considered among the world’s best.
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