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Its also cold weather rated and features rugged stainless steel construction thats corrosion and rust-resistant.
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We liked how much air this fan moves and how well it cools the room.
The blades are well-balanced, and we didnt notice any vibration at any speed setting.
It was whisper quiet too, with the movement of the air being the only noticeable noise during operation.
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This fan is remote-operated, which means you’re able to only operate it with the included remote.
The remote was a little complicated to set up, but it worked well.
This fan worked very well in our screened gazebo, providing good airflow through the large interior space.
The Hunter Cassius Indoor/Outdoor Ceiling Fan performed well in a bedroom and a covered porch.PHOTO: The Spruce
Aside from the sleek design, our favorite thing about this fan is its performance.
We could feel the air even when standing outside the screened patio area with the fan set too high.
This fan uses an energy-efficient DC motor that we found to be virtually silent in operation and vibration-free.
We installed this fan in a screened patio, exposing it to extreme temperatures and humidity.
This fan also comes with dimmable LED lights, but we found that they werent bright enough.
We recommend picking uptwo 100W equivalent LED bulbsfor more useful lighting.
We love how easy this fan is to assemble and install.
Our favorite is the magnetic light kit, which snaps into place effortlessly.
It’s also damp-rated and a great choice for covered porches and other protected outdoor spaces.
Just keep in mind that while it can handle humidity, it’s not designed for rain or snow.
In addition to the light fixture, the weathered zinc finish and barnwood blades add to the rustic vibe.
It operates at three speeds, but we found the middle speed to be the best for cooling off.
The supplied pull chains allow you to control the fan; however, we found them somewhat short.
They worked for us, but you may want to pick up apull chain extenderif your ceilings are high.
We evaluated each for ease of setup, design, effectiveness, quality, and value.
For example, a 12-foot-wide patio would be well-served by a 24-inch fan.
Youll also need to pay an electrician if you don’t already have wiring in place.
Energy Efficiency
Lamprey recommends looking for an outdoor ceiling fan thats Energy Star certified.
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Fans with this certification areup to 60 percent more efficient than conventional fans, according to Energy Star.
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