This stove fan was designed with four blades for improved heat intensity and excellent warm air dispersal. It possesses self-regulating fast-spinning blades and can reach as high as 270 CFM. This feature is quite impressive for a stove fan and one of the main reasons it can effectively disperse heat in larger spaces. Another interesting fit for a low opening over a wood stove might be the Phoenix Mini with 4 blades. Where to place a stove fan? Flume-mounted This is ideal for stoves which don’t lend themselves to having a fan sitting on top of them. They can be attached to the flue directly and work in the same way as a freestanding fan. Valiant manufactures this variety and it is made with magnetic wings that can attach directly to all flue pipes which have magnetic attraction. What are the advantages of stove fans?

Without a stove fan, there is a risk that all of the warmed air will stay close the the wood stove and won’t be felt in other parts of the room.If you’re looking for the best stove fans to buy, you probably already own a wood-burning stove – but if not, they’re well worth considering. Wood burners look great in modern fireplaces and traditional homes alike and are a coveted interior design feature, but they also offer a safer way to enjoy a fire in your home, thanks to the door that keeps the fire contained. Furthermore,as our heating bills rise and we consider turning down thermostats, those of us who have a wood-burning stove will be looking to maximise the efficiency of this wholesome home heater. This stove fan’s 150 to 180 CFM ratingmakes it good for smaller spaces. The actual speed is self-regulating based on the temperature and is effective between 55 and 350°C. Once this log burner fan exceeds 350°C, a bi-metallic safety device on the base works as an inbuilt protection system for the fan’s motor and module.

It is built with overheat protection to further protect this device’s integrity. The fan starts to operate at 50°C and maxes out at 340°C. A free magnet stove thermometercomes included with this stove fan to top it off. VonHaus is a well-regarded name in the home improvement field but they are certainly not experts in stove fans like Valiant are. Still, they have an effective heat distributing model in the VonHaus XL 4 Blade Stove Fan, which is for those with the space for a larger stove fan but is perhaps looking for a model that is a little more affordable. This stove fan is pretty quiet and won’t distract you whilst watching TV, reading a book or chatting with someone.

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An alternate type of stove fan is just like a typical electric fan that draws cool air. However, instead of acting as cooling fans, they help circulate the warm air off the surface of your stove. We chose not to include any of this particular type of stove fan on our list and focused only on the more traditional heat powered design. What to Look For in a Stove Fan If you are still unsure about the effectiveness of stove fans and thinking the price of them can be quite an investment, we are very pleased to introduce a great little starter fan. It has a retro design reminiscent of the first fans to market from the big brands such as Caframo or Valiant nearly a decade ago. Despite their revisions over the years the retro design of My Stove Fan will in no way affect the efficacy of its main purpose, which is to circulate the hot air around your room. Stove fans vary in the number of blades they possess, but a 4-blade fan is widely considered to be very effective. How we review stove fans This heat-powered fan measures 23 x 76 x 25 cm and weighs only about 700grams. What’s more, it comes with a 3-year warranty.

Take a look at this guide to learn what to look out for, and what to avoid, when buying a stove fan. How Stove Fans Work As with the other fans I reviewed, this VonHaus model is self-powered and doesn’t require any batteries or electricity. Instead, a thermoelectric power generator module works with the heat from the stove to generate an electric current to start the fan’s motor. The stove fan works automatically between 50°C and 350°C. Once you experience a stove fan, you may fall in love. Several of my friends swear by them. In my experience, they fall into the category of “well worth the money.”They only work on stoves that reach a certain minimum temperature – so they won’t work on every stove. This 4-blade stove fan runs at less than 25 dB, quieter than a whisper! You’ll be able to read, relax or watch TV without being disturbed by the sound of it working. The Remora Flue Pipe Fan is another innovative member of our Stove Fan family, designed for stoves that do not suit stovetop fans. Self-regulating design adjusts according to the temperature of the room so you remain at a comfortable temperature.