There are so many different types of fans that it’s sometimes hard to keep up or remember what they’re called. What is a pedestal fan? A pedestal fan is a floor fan with a sturdy base and long pole so that you can adjust the height, angle, and direction. A pedestal fan comes with three […]
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Fans come with buttons and settings that can be confusing. For example, many people wonder about the “ion” button. What does ion mean on a fan? On a fan, the word “ion” means that the fan is capable of air purification. The ion setting releases negatively-charged particles that attract impurities in the air. Once these
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It’s not always clear what to do with old fans once you no longer need them. Can I put a fan in the trash? Yes, you can put most fans in the trash. You can also donate, sell, or recycle your fans. Before you place your fan in the trash, remove any hazardous material. Also,
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Noctua fans are pretty darn pricey. I’ve done my research over the years, and I think it’s important to understand why these fans cost so much before you go out shopping for one. Why are Noctua fans so expensive? Noctua fans are expensive because of their superior engineering and construction. Features like the Stepped Inlet
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Nobody likes pesky bugs and insects invading their home or disturbing their relaxation outside. Do fans deter pests? Yes, fans deter pests. Fans can deter most small flying bugs such as flies, gnats, mosquitoes, and even some spiders. However, fans do not keep away crawling bugs such as ants, cockroaches, and bed bugs. Fans do
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If you’ve worked around fans as long as I have, then you’ve probably heard unexplained sounds and music. Can fans pick up radio signals? Fans pick up radio waves by vibrating at the same frequency as the transmitter within the electromagnetic field. They become a temporary antenna. This usually happens when your fan is close
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Adding remote control to your fan can be a lifesaver. But it’s not always clear how it works. How do remote control fans work? Remote control fans work by sending a signal from their remote controller to the fan. This signal initiates a small switch inside the fan that sends electricity through the windings, rotating
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If you’ve ever heard the term “hugger fan,” you might have wondered what it means. It is a pretty strange term. What is a hugger fan? A hugger fan is a fan without a downrod and mounted flush with the ceiling. They are designed for ceilings lower than 8′ off of the floor. Hugger fans
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When I was new to gardening, I remember trying to figure out how fans would impact my vegetable garden. That’s why I wanted to create this quick resource for you. Are fans bad for vegetable gardens? Fans are not bad for vegetable gardens. In fact, fans can help circulate air, control temperatures, manage humidity, prevent
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Growing fruit can be tricky, especially when you’re brand new to gardening. I know a lot about fans and gardening, so I wanted to share my best tips. Are fans bad for fruits? Fans are not bad for fruits. A duct fan, heater fan, circulation fan, and frost fan are good for fruit because they
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