Misting Fans
Cool misty mornings that last all day
One of the more recent innovations in the world of outdoor temperature control is the misting fan. The misting fan can cool the air on an outdoor patio faster than most other types of fans. Misting fans cool you down by emitting a fine mist into the air around you. The breeze from the fan causes the water to evaporate leaving the air cooler.
If you are within 6 feet of a misting fan it will leave a light mist on your skin. As the air from the fan moves over your skin, the water evaporates leaving your skin feeling cooler. If you are concerned about getting too wet, place the fan at least 6 feet away from your sitting area. Most misting fans can cool off an area covering 950 square feet and more, so you can keep your distance from the mist and still feel the temperature change.
If you are still unsure about the merits of a misting fan, the following list of benefits may convince you that this is the right fan for your home:
- Misting fans have the potential to cool the air by 30 degrees.
- Misting fans eliminate the heat and humidity from the air which makes breathing easier for individuals with respiratory problems on hot and humid days.
- This type of fan adds moisture to dry climates.
- Misting fans can eliminate airborne dust and other particles from the air.
- When used outside, these types of fans prevent flying insects from entering the area.
- Misting fans are energy efficient. They draw less than 12 amps when turned on and run on less than 9 amps.
- These fans are also great for cooling pets when temperatures are high.
- Misting fans actually consume very little water - around one gallon per hour, per nozzle.
For individuals living in humid climates, these fans may prove most beneficial. In areas where the humidity reaches above 90 percent, the temperature can potentially be reduced by up to 10 degrees Fahrenheit or 6 degrees Celsius. For humidity levels of 40 percent to 90 percent, the temperature can potentially be reduced by 20 degrees Fahrenheit or 11 degrees Celsius. For humidity levels below 40 percent, temperatures can potentially be reduced by 40 degrees Fahrenheit or 22 degrees Celsius. This can make a significant difference in the quality of air you breathe.
If you are thinking of purchasing a misting fan, you can expect to pay anywhere from $50 to hundreds of dollars. The cost of misting fans depends on the size, style and make of the fan.
