However, all other considerations being equal noise, power, cost etc we would always recommend installing the most powerful fan available. At this flow rate, steam is extracted before it even condenses. All fans maybe wired into the lighting circuit, so that they turn on and off with your lights, or a separate remote switch, allowing them to be operated independently. Further to that, extractor fans have a range of extra switching options which suit different applications and requirements.
Many fans are available in three versions - Basic, Timer and Humidistat, but some ranges also have pull cord and PIR versions.
In recent years however the trend has moved towards even lower decibel levels. The Silent Tornado, for example, pictured left is whisper quiet at 24dB A.
Please note that manufacturers' quoted decibel levels are taken 'at 3 metres' - This is the industry standard. Furthermore, these measurements are taken in test environments which may not necessarily replicate your installation. Also bear in mind that any fan activated during the night - by a call to nature for example - will sound louder than during the day. Remember that you are likely to see this fan every time you use the bathroom.
The money you saved on it when purchasing will soon be forgotten, so don't install an ugly fan just because it's cheap. Homeowners are spending more on making their bathrooms beautiful with cool lighting and funky fixtures and fan designs have improved immensely. The old 'box with grilles' is slowly being replaced by chamfered louvre type designs which sit comfortably with any bathroom aesthetic.
However, the most unobtrusive extractor fan is of course the one that can't be seen! Pictured to the left is an 'inline' fan - so called because it sits in the middle of the duct run in the loft above the bathroom. One end is ducted to the outside world, the other is ducted to a discreet four inch grille which sits flush on the bathroom ceiling.
The flush grille, therefore, is the only part of the whole extraction system that actually appears in the bathroom! Great fan, very quiet. You'll even get a one-hour delivery window so you'll know exactly when the item will arrive.
Order within 3 hours 45 mins for delivery by Tuesday, July 3rd. Excellent stats on the fans in question, very helpful when choosing the right fan for the job. I always use the website to determine the type and style of fan needed. Or view: Timer Model. In your research you may have come across the term 'centrifugal extractor fan'. This is a special type of fan which uses a totally different impeller design to generate higher exhaust air pressures.
This is particularly useful in situations where the fan sits at the end of a long duct run, over 10 metres, for example in internal, basement or en suite bathrooms. Whilst centrifugal and axial fans use consistent impeller sizes such as four and six inch for domestic installations, centrifugal fans are larger than axial fans. They also tend to look 'boxy' as they necessarily sit proud of the wall in order to accommodate the much deeper impeller.
Despite changes in trend in recent years, intermittent extractor fans are still by far the most common type of air movement device.
Intermittent extraction is the movement of air at specific times of need when air is polluted or full of water vapour - for example when someone is cooking or taking a shower. Crucially, the ventilation unit, either manually or automatically, switches on and off - it does not run all the time. Continuous ventilation has become more popular in recent years as the Building Regulations - particularly Part F Ventilation - have demanded greater control over the air coming into and out of properties.
Specifically, as buildings have become better insulated and more air tight, in the drive for more efficient energy usage, they suffer more often from lack of fresh air. This is the rate at which the extractor fan removes air when operational and is one of the most vital factors.
Large or well-used bathrooms might need higher extraction rates. As well as the fan, you will have a choice of fixed or gravity grilles, which are exterior grilles covering the vent through which the extracted air is expelled.
Gravity grilles tend to have slats that are pushed open by the extraction process and then close under gravity. This prevents backdrafts when not in use but can be noisier, especially if they are located beneath a bedroom window.
Fixed grilles can be quieter but might let in air through the slots. Heat recovery is usually an option for whole-house ventilation systems, where stale air is extracted from areas such as bathrooms, kitchens, and utility rooms, and passed through a heat exchange. Fresh air is simultaneously brought in from outside, filtered, and passed through the exchange, recycling much of the heat.
Some innovative single-room heat recovery SRHRV systems, however, can do the same thing through a single unit. When choosing a bathroom extractor fan consider these options, so your house remains well-ventilated, helping avoid the damages of moisture accumulation. How do you know which is the best extractor fan for you? There is no 'one size fits all' when it comes to fitting the right ventilation for your property. Unlike our competitors we won't advise a product without knowing all of your requirements, such as the best location for the fan; wall, ceiling, inline?
Grill, roof vent or soffit? We know that no two properties are the same which is why it is important to ensure the right product is specified and installed correctly. This is why we offer a free home survey as standard to ensure the correct product is installed and you have the best extractor fan.
During a free home survey your local expert will assess any condensation, damp and mould problems that you may be facing in your property and take readings of the relative humidity levels throughout the property.
All our ventilation specialists are highly trained in carrying out home surveys to identify any underlying problems and make recommendations to ensure the correct solution is provided, all complying with current Building Regulations.
One of our local experts will contact you to learn more about your problems, offer free expert advice and make recommendations for a permanent solution. Accept Learn More. Arrange a Survey. Request a Brochure.
Call Today: 27 27 Search Results. Why Ventilate? Beyond the Zones All extractor fans can be installed here. These are areas which are considered a safe enough distance away from the main water sources - the shower and bath. Another type of extractor, installed in the roof space above the bathroom, is an inline fan. Switches and Operating Choices Fans can be wired into the lighting circuit to turn on and off with your lights or, by using a separate remote switch, they can be operated separately.
The basic model is only operated by the light or remote switch. Fans with Pull cord are rare nowadays but they allow for local operation. The PIR Passive Infrared sensors start the extractor fan automatically as soon as someone comes into the room Aesthetics And Noise Aesthetics - having spent a huge amount of money on an amazing bathroom, the last thing you is an extractor fan that is nothing but an eyesore.
Homeowners are realising more and more that the bathroom is one place in the house where they can really add the WOW factor, adding beautiful light fittings and chic fixtures. Fan designs have gotten better in line with this, the old 'box with grilles' is disappearing and being replaced with more up-to-date designs which look good in any bathroom aesthetic. At the end f the day, though, the best extractor fan will always be the one that can't be seen.
Inline fans sit in the middle of the duct run in the attic above the bathroom. At one end it is ducted to the outside of the property while the other end is ducted to a discreet 4 inch grille sitting flush on the ceiling of the bathroom. With this system, the only part of the extractor that can be seen in the bathroom is the flush grille. More Information To help you decide the right extractor fan for your home why not consult our handy Air Change Calculator and Table which will give you an idea of what the air change you should expect from your bathroom.
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