Get more out of your fan this summer with these 6 tips

With summer approaching, it's time to prepare for those hot days when a little extra cooling is more than welcome. One of the most common and affordable home cooling devices is the fan. But did you know there are ways to get the most out of your fan? Here are some tips and tricks to help you beat the heat and make the most of your fan this summer!

1. Combine your fan with ice or frozen bottles

A simple trick to increase the cooling effect of your fan is to place a bowl of ice in front of the fan or hold frozen bottles of water in front of the airflow. This will additionally cool the air blown by the fan before it circulates into the room.

2. Placement of your fan

The placement of your fan can make a big difference in effectiveness. Choose a spot near an open window to pull cool air in from outside. This method is effective only if the outside temperature is lower than the inside temperature because the inlet of the fan is at the back. Alternatively, you can position the fan so that it blows warm air out of the room, preferably toward another window or doorway to remove heat.

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3. Use a wet towel for an extra cool breeze

Another helpful tip is to hang a damp towel in front of the fan. When air is blown through the damp towel, the water evaporates and the air becomes cooler. This can be a quick and effective way to create a cool breeze, especially on very hot days.

4. Lower the temperature during the night

At night, outside temperatures are often cooler than during the day. Take advantage of this cooler night air by opening your windows and strategically placing your fan to draw fresh air inside. This can help lower home temperatures before the sun rises and the heat hits again.

5. Let your fan work together with your air conditioner

If you have a portable or split-unit air conditioner, you can use it in conjunction with a fan to cool the room even better. For example, set up the fan so that it spreads the cool air from the air conditioner throughout the room, evenly distributing the air and allowing you to run the air conditioner on lower settings.