Different Types of Outdoor Ceiling Fans?

This type of outdoor celing fan is conductive to areas with high humidity or condensation and cannot withstand direct water contact. Damp rated ceiling fans are not designed for direct contact with water. A damp rated ceiling fan is perfect for a covered porch, where the fan will be out of direct contact from water.

Today, there are numerous damp rated outdoor ceiling fans that are beautiful enough to be placed inside or outside of the home. For instance,  Kichler Windham Ceiling Fan is damp location rated that can be used both indoors and outdoors.  Emerson also has numerous outdoor ceiling fan models to choose from that would also be a gorgeous addition to a room inside the home.

Tip: Place a Damp Rated ceiling fan in your screened patio; the fluxuating humidity there makes it a perfect choice.

UL Wet Rated Ceiling Fans

UL wet rated is conductive to wet areas and can withstand direct contact with water (wet rated fans may also be used in damp locations, however damp rated fans may not be used in wet locations.) These types of ceiling fans have features such as sealed/moisture resistant motors, rust resistant housing, and stainless steel hardware. Kichler Harbour Walk Patio Ceiling Fan is Wet Location Rated.

Salt Water Locations If your home in near Salt water, a UL wet location fan with plastic blades and minimal exposed hardware should be used so the salt in the air from the salt water won't corrode the fan. Copper hardware is the most durable for wet location fans that are to be used in salt water areas, they will hold up to the elements for 5-10 years.Kichler Seaside Outdoor Ceiling Fan is Energy Star rated and wet location rated.

Balmy Breezes – rain or shine. Enjoy the sunshine with Damp and Wet Location rated fans-so you don't have to leave the porch for any reason, except perhaps to add a little ice to your glass.

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