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Ceiling Fan for Patio
Posted on 3/31/25 at 8:21 am
Posted on 3/31/25 at 8:21 am
I know there are "wet" rated which have sealed motors and composite blades, and those that are "outdoor" rated which aren't necessarily sealed. Does anyone have experience between the two? Should I go with the "wet" rated for south LA humid summers? Will they hold up for 10+ years?
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Posted on 3/31/25 at 12:06 pm to warm
They are expensive but get a BIG arse FAN. They started in the industrial space and now have more consumer friendly options.
But humidity is a factor so get outdoor rated
But humidity is a factor so get outdoor rated
Posted on 3/31/25 at 12:19 pm to TigerB8
Macro air is better than big arse fans with better warranties. Vektor sales off of Choctaw sells and installs them. They ain’t cheap.
Posted on 3/31/25 at 12:35 pm to warm
I always just bought regular indoor fans with no light kit. Never replaced the motor or the blades, and they survived 10+ years. All I had to do was put Loctite on the bolts holding the fan blades to the units, as we had a lot of wind that would loosen the bolts over time.
Posted on 3/31/25 at 1:30 pm to warm
I have 2 Hunter brand outdoor fans in my backyard. I've lived in the house for 5 years and they were there when we moved in so I don't know the age. They work great though. The blades are some type of plastic or fiberglass so no worries with a wood type blade being affected by the humidity.
Posted on 3/31/25 at 1:57 pm to warm
Posted on 3/31/25 at 6:26 pm to Potchafa
quote:on my second one in 5 years, have not been impressed with them.
Minka H2O OutDoor. These bad boys move some serious air and they are affordable.
I’d buy an evaporative/swamp cooler rated for* 2x the size of your sitting area, preferably one that oscillates, and you’ll be way more comfortable.
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This post was edited on 3/31/25 at 6:27 pm
Posted on 3/31/25 at 7:35 pm to Citica8
What brand of evaporative cooler do you have? How large? I’ve got a 12x18 patio. Also do they really work in the heat and humidity of a Louisiana summer?
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