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Outdoor Ceiling Fans Buying Guide

Outdoor ceiling fans keep air moving on patios, verandahs and alfresco areas, and are built to handle damp air and weather. This collection holds outdoor rated fans from Fanco and Eglo, including the Fanco Breeze, Eco Style, Eco Silent Pro and Horizon High Airflow, and the Eglo Miami, in spans from 48 inch (122cm) to 64 inch (162cm). They suit covered outdoor living areas of every size.

Can I put any ceiling fan outside?

No. An indoor fan is only suitable for a fully enclosed space such as a sunroom. A covered area with open sides needs a fan rated for outdoor use, because wind-driven rain, condensation and salt air reach under the roof. An uncovered pergola or deck needs a wet-rated fan with a sealed motor.

What do damp rated, wet rated and IP ratings mean?

A damp-rated fan suits covered spaces with indirect moisture. A wet-rated fan can handle direct rain and spray. An IP rating gives two numbers: the first for dust and the second for water, so a higher second digit means more water protection. Check the rating on each fan against how exposed your space is. If you are unsure, choose the higher rating, as it costs little extra and protects the motor for longer.

What size outdoor fan do I need?

A 52 inch (132cm) fan, such as the Fanco Breeze or Eglo Miami 52, suits a typical covered patio. A larger alfresco suits a 60 inch Eglo Miami or a 64 inch (162cm) Fanco Horizon High Airflow. For long verandahs, two fans spaced evenly give more even coverage than one large fan.

DC or AC for an outdoor fan?

DC fans, such as the Fanco Eco Style and Horizon High Airflow, use less power and offer more speeds. AC fans, such as the Fanco Breeze, are a lower-cost option. The Horizon High Airflow is also offered with a wall control, which is handy outdoors where a remote can go missing.

How far from the edge of the roof should an outdoor fan go?

Position it well in from the open edge so rain and wind cannot reach the motor. If the space is near a pool, spa or the coast, move the fan further under cover or step up to a higher weather rating.

How do I look after an outdoor fan?

Wipe the blades and housing with a damp cloth every few weeks to remove dust, salt and insects. Avoid hosing the fan. Check that the blades and mounting stay tight, as outdoor fans can loosen with temperature changes. In winter, turn the fan off or run it on reverse at low speed if the area is used for heating.

Completing the room

For salt air and sideways rain, see coastal rated fans, and for big alfresco spaces see large fans. Compare DC motor fans or browse all ceiling fans at The Blue Space.

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes a fan actually rated for outdoor use, rather than just an indoor fan used outside?

The rating comes down to the motor sealing and the materials, not just the look of the fan. An outdoor-rated fan uses a motor sealed against moisture and dust ingress, along with blades, a canopy and fixings made from corrosion-resistant materials such as marine-grade or powder-coated metal and UV-stable composites rather than standard painted finishes. An indoor fan installed outdoors, even under cover, lacks this sealing and is likely to corrode or fail well before an outdoor-rated model would, and doing so can also void the manufacturer's warranty.

What's the difference between a 'damp' rated and 'wet' rated outdoor fan?

A damp rating means the fan is built to handle humidity and airborne moisture but isn't designed for direct exposure to rain, so it suits a covered alfresco area, patio or verandah where weather is kept off the fan itself. A wet rating means the fan can withstand direct rain and water contact, making it suitable for a fully exposed pergola or open outdoor space. Matching the rating to where the fan will actually sit, not just the general outdoor area, is the detail worth getting right before buying.

Can I install an outdoor ceiling fan myself?

No, ceiling fan installation involves connecting to mains electrical wiring, which by law in Australia must be carried out by a licensed electrician. This matters even more outdoors, where damp conditions and exposed wiring runs raise the safety stakes if the installation isn't done to code. A licensed electrician will also confirm the fan's IP rating suits the specific mounting location before installation.

Do outdoor fans need more maintenance than indoor fans?

A little, yes, mainly because they're exposed to dust, pollen, salt air (if you're near the coast) and general weather that an indoor fan never sees. Wiping down blades and the motor housing every few months prevents buildup that can affect balance and airflow over time, and it's worth checking fixings and mounting hardware periodically for any early signs of corrosion, particularly in coastal areas where salt exposure accelerates wear.

Will an outdoor fan actually cool down an alfresco area in summer?

It helps with comfort more than it lowers the actual air temperature, since a fan works by moving air across skin to increase evaporative cooling rather than reducing the surrounding temperature. In an open or semi-open outdoor space, a larger blade span moves more air across a wider area, which matters more outdoors than indoors since there's no enclosed room holding the airflow in place.

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