The Best Spot To Place A Tower Fan For Optimal Cooling

If you don't have central air conditioning in your home or if repairing it is too costly, then you might want to grab a tower fan. A popular choice, it offers plenty of perks thanks to its range of settings and sleek design that doesn't stand out or take up too much space. Along with being sturdy and quieter than other types of fans, it will also perform best if you place it in a particular spot. That is where it can make full use of the air around it, like an open door or window.

Fans are effective at keeping you and your room cool by pulling in the air that passes by it and directing it back toward you. As this flow of air travels over, around, and on you, the surface of your skin lets off moisture which evaporates and, in turn, lowers your body temperature. This is why giving your fan the best chance at sucking up the most air that will blast back out to cool you down is crucial. Here are a few steps to follow to find the perfect window or door for your tower fan.

Now that you know a tower fan takes advantage of the air around it to keep things cool, you'll surely understand why putting it in just the right spot is so important. Although every room is different, they all have at least one door and usually a window or two that's just the right spot for your fan. These openings are usually the areas that get the most air. When you place your tower near one of them, it will have more air to blow out and cool you down. 

Having a fan by a door and window can also induce cross-ventilation, which will keep the air in your room moving. Just be sure that the fan near the window is facing toward the room while the fan by the door is facing outwards to direct the old air away from you. On top of that, make sure the fan isn't stuck behind anything. Move any furniture or clutter that might block the airflow, or place your device on a table to capture the air and redirect it efficiently.

Placing your tower fan near a door or window — or both if possible — may sound simple. However, you might be wondering how close your fan actually needs to be to either opening. Well, the exact answer depends on your specific needs. For instance, if your fan is in the living room or kitchen where your entire family hangs out, keep it right up against the window so that it can easily direct the air around the entire space to keep everyone cool. On the other hand, if you live alone or with just a partner, you may want to move the fan a little closer to point the cold breeze toward yourself.

Finally, remember to be safe! Being left near an open window can be a great spot for your tower fan during the day. However, it might not be a safe option at night since it can leave you vulnerable to a potential break-in. Instead, move your fan toward the open door of your bedroom and keep it as close as you need it in order to remain comfortable throughout the night. In the morning, just pop it back by the window to enjoy the fresh daytime air.