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World of Software > News > You’re putting your electric fan in the wrong place – 3 tips for maximum cooling
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You’re putting your electric fan in the wrong place – 3 tips for maximum cooling

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Last updated: 2025/04/30 at 3:26 PM
News Room Published 30 April 2025
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WITH the weather getting warmer, you might find yourself bringing the electric fan out of storage.

British summers can be particularly gruelling, with houses designed to store heat rather than release it. So Brits often need all the help they can get.

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You want to ensure there is a clear pathway to push out air towards you, or wherever the action isCredit: Getty

The Goldilocks Zone

You want to place your fan in the Goldilocks Zone – the area where you can enjoy the most amount of cool air.

Avoid placing the fan up high.

While you might think this will tackle the hot air closer to the ceiling, it’s actually better placed lower to the ground.

This way, the fan can pick up the cooler air that lingers closer to the floor and push it around the room.

You can also adjust your fan so it faces the wall opposite from where you are sat – this will drive the air to the surface.

Cool air will bounce off the wall, mixing with the rest of the air and bring the overall temperature of the room down.

Consider Your Furniture

You want to ensure there is a clear pathway to push out air towards you, or wherever the action is.

That means making sure it’s not being blocked by furniture, like a sofa, table or curtains.

Two blue ice cube trays with ice cubes.

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The ice tray trick acts like a DIY air conditionerCredit: Getty – Contributor

The Ice Trick

Taking the previous tip into account, there is perhaps one thing you can place in front of your fan for maximum cooling.

Placing an tray of ice in front of your fan can help produce some cold air for the gadget to push around the room.

Consider it a type of DIY air conditioner.

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Why Shape Matters

Fans come in all shapes and sizes – and some styles work better in certain spaces.

Busier rooms at home tend to feel hotter than those with little people traffic.

In a living room or family room, it’s wise to opt for one of these fans:

  • A tower fan
  • A pedestal fan
  • A wall-mounted fan
  • A bladeless fan
  • An air circulator fan
  • A floor fan

But remember, a tall fan – like a pedestal fan – might not be your best bet at cooling a room overall.

For smaller spaces, like bedrooms, you can use smaller and narrower fans, like a desk or table fan.

You don’t need air to be circulated throughout the entire room.

Instead, it’s better focused on one area, like the bed where you sleep.

White vintage desk fan and small plant on a white desk.

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For smaller spaces, like bedrooms, you can use smaller and narrower fans, like a desk or table fanCredit: Getty

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