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Knightsbridge Black & Steel Extractor Fan With Humidistat & Timer

Any homeowner will know the annoyance of having wet walls, windows, mirrors and ceilings due to constant steaming up. A quality extractor fan is a ventilation system that helps eliminate and remove steam and condensation. It is ideal in home spaces such as the kitchen or bathroom.

The type of extractor fan you’ll need will depend on the size of your bathroom or kitchen, whether it is used for day-to-day activities or just when you have a bath or shower. Additionally, the type of extractor fan you need will also depend on the size of your room.

The use of an appropriate extraction fan can save you hundreds of pounds on costly repairs by keeping humidity down in your home. But how do you choose which extractor fan will be best for your home? Let’s take a look at some things to think about when buying an extractor fan.

Extractor Fans for the kitchen

There are two main types of extraction fans for your kitchen.

Ducted fans: These work by extracting the air out of your kitchen and pushing it through a duct or pipe. The duct then allows the air to vent outside the home.

Recirculating fans: This system sucks the air through a charcoal filter and then returns it to the room.

The best kitchen extractor fan or type you need depends on whether you have an external wall to vent the exhaust air to or not. If you don’t have an external wall, a recirculating fan is the only option available. However, if you do have an external wall, a ducted fan is the better option. Additionally, ducted fans tend to be quieter and more efficient.

The use of Kitchen fans are typically positioned above ovens or stovetops. When the fan is turned on, it sucks the hot air and vapors out of the kitchen and pushes it through a duct or pipe, which then vents it outside.

When choosing an extractor fan for your kitchen, consider the size of your kitchen, the type of cooking you do, and the noise level you are willing to tolerate.

Bathroom Extractor Fans

Bathroom extractor fans work by extracting the moist air from the room and pushing it outside. This is important as it helps to prevent the build-up of moisture which can lead to mold and mildew.

There are two types of bathroom extractor fans – those that recirculate the air and those that vent it to the outside. Recirculating fans work by sucking the moist air out of the room and filtering it through a charcoal filter before returning it to the room. Venting fans work by sucking the moist air out of the room and pushing it through a duct or pipe, which then vents it outside.

Which type you need will depend on whether you have an external wall to vent the exhaust air to or not. If you don’t have an external wall or don’t want to lose the space, you will need a recirculating fan. However, if you do have an external wall and would like to vent your exhaust air outside then, you will need a venting fan.

If your bathroom is particularly small, then the larger CFM (cubic feet per minute) – the amount of air being moved each minute by the fan – might make it more difficult for moisture to escape quickly enough, leaving condensation on windows or mirrors. In this case, it may be advisable to use a lower CFM bath fan so that it can run longer without adding too much moisture back into the room.

Standard Extractor Fan

A standard extractor fan does what it says on the tin: extracts air. The size of your bathroom will dictate how many cubic feet your fan can extract per minute (CFM). If you live in a house and share bathrooms with others, then bear in mind that the fewer people using the bathroom for showers and baths, the more effective your extractor fan will be at keeping steam levels down.

The two types of standard extractor fans available are:

  • Vented Extractor Fan – If you have an external wall to work with, then this type of extractor is probably going to be best for you as it vents the air outside. If you have a small bathroom, this type of fan is most likely to be most effective for removing steam.
  • Recirculating Extractor Fan – This type of extractor does not actually remove moist air from the room and instead recycles it back into the bathroom. These fans are best suited to larger areas. It sends hot, damp air back down into the room, which can make them more prone to condensation.

Extractor Fan With Timer

Some extractor fans come with a timer, which is really useful because it means that you don’t have to remember to switch the fan off once you’re done in the bathroom. This can be a real lifesaver if you have a busy lifestyle. Timers on extractor fans can be set to turn off automatically anywhere between 5 and 60 minutes which can work out really well if you’re on a budget.

For example, the Knightsbridge LED Backlit 4 Inch Black & Steel Extractor Fan With Timer is great for cabinetry, bathrooms, and toilets. It’s intended to be mounted on walls and ceilings. Modern style with an integrated LED array that is easy to wipe clean and ducts over short distances (2m Max). An extractor hood is an ideal solution for removing damp, moist air smells and airborne pollutants from kitchens, bathrooms, and restrooms.

This particular extractor fan has a built-in over-run timer that can be set to turn off anywhere between 2 and 30 minutes.  It has a 4-inch duct that comes with it and is adjustable. It’s very easy to install; just use the simple instructions that come along with it.

Extractor Fan With Humidistat

Extractor fans with humidistats are designed to maintain a certain level of humidity in the room. This particular extractor fan has a built-in humidistat that can be set to turn on and off at different humidity levels. It also has a digital display that shows the current humidity level in the room.

These extractor fans are perfect for bathrooms, kitchens, and other rooms where you want the fan to turn on and off at specific times. Humidistats are also available to control the level of humidity in the room. They work by sensing the humidity level in the room and turning the fan on or off as needed.

If you’re looking for an extractor fan specifically for a wet room, then check out our extractor fans with IP ratings. An IP rating is an international classification system that rates how waterproof an electrical device is. The higher the IP rating, the more waterproof the device is.

How to Choose Which Extractor Fan to Purchase

Choosing the right fan to purchase can seem like a daunting process.

Your should consider the height, width, and also depth of your ceiling. You may also need to decide whether you want one that is wired or wireless. Some things you’ll need to keep in mind before choosing an extractor fan include:

  • The size of the room – You’ll need an extractor fan that is powerful enough to remove the moisture from the air in a large room.
  • The type of ceiling – If you have a low or slanted ceiling, you’ll need an extractor fan with a short drop. If you have a high ceiling, you’ll need a fan with a long drop.
  • The type of ventilation system – If you have an existing ventilation system in your home, you may want to choose an extractor fan that is compatible with it.
  • Additional features – Humidistats and timers are available in some extractor fans. These features will help you maintain the humidity levels in your home – they turn on when humidity rises to an undesirable level and shut off when the humidity goes back down again.

There are many types of extractor fans, which can make it challenging to choose one. But there are aspects of each type that make it unique; knowing what these aspects are means you’ll know which is best for your household needs.

Once you have a good idea of the requirements your new extraction fan needs to meet, it’s time to start shopping. Be sure to read product reviews before making your final purchase decision; this will help you weed out any products that don’t meet your expectations.

Conclusion

In conclusion, an extractor fan is needed to remove heat and humidity from a room. It’s important to know the size of the room you’re trying to extract heat from, as well as if there is already an extractor fan in place. There are additional features like timers and humidistats that you can also include with your fan.

A bathroom extractor fan works by drawing in moist air from the bathroom and expelling it outside. This helps to reduce humidity levels and prevent mold from growing. Some fans also include a light, which can be helpful when you’re trying to apply make-up or shave in the bathroom.