The ICSTT model features an over run timer which keeps the boost setting running for 2 / 15 / 30 / 40 minutes. This ensures that all damp and condensation are completely removed without the need for a large, noisy and power-hungry unit.

Finally, if you think you (or anyone else in the house) will forget to turn the fan on, consider a model with a humidity sensor. This automatically activates the fan when the level of moisture in the air exceeds a certain threshold. This sensor may need occasional cleaning, though, or the accumulation of dust or grime will hinder its effectiveness. What about noise? Most domestic bathroom extractors attach to a 100mm hole in the outside wall. If you’re replacing a standard-sized extractor fan, this hole will already be present and you should be able to install the new one yourself. Before you remove the old fan, it’s a good idea to take a photo of its wiring for later reference – and make absolutely sure you shut off the mains power before you take the old one’s front housing off. The Airflow ICON30 72591601 ventilation fan is suitable for fitting into walls or ceilings in areas such as shower rooms, bathrooms, en-suites and toilets. The PureAir Sense comes with two spigots (or sleeves): one for standard 100mm installation and another for larger 125mm portals. The larger spigot is the one to fit if you want to benefit from its excellent 39l per second flow rate. That said, its standard 32l per second flow rate is still better than most and easily good enough for the majority of bathroom installations. The model above is for basic on/off switching. Choose an optional control module to upgrade fan for Pullcord, Timer, Humidity or Motion Sensing operation. Don’t forget to add the control module you want. Any module fits any fan. Its so iCON easy!With an air extraction rate of 76m3/h, it easily surpasses building regulations for bathroom installation.

In a survey carried out by ventilation specialist Vent-Axia, 40% of respondents said that they or their children had been woken in the night by a noisy bathroom fan. Even the cheapest fans are usually very quiet out of the box, but as the motor bearings start to wear – typically after about two years with low-end models – the blades can start to oscillate against the main housing, producing an annoying rattle in the process. A higher-quality fan should last longer, but if you value quietness then at some point you’ll probably need to repair or replace your fan. How do you install a bathroom extractor fan? The Airflow Icon range is a great looking axial extractor fan which thanks to its eye-catching 'opening iris' shutter, has become a modern design classic. Vent-Axia has really pushed the boat out with this brand-new model. Aside from shifting up to 39l of damp air per second, this bathroom extractor comes crammed with more sensor tech than any other model on the market. In fact, it has a sensor for everything, even odour. Yes, that’s right, when this clever little air mover detects a nasty smell, it either switches itself on or, if already running, speeds up the fan, returning the bathroom to its original sweet-smelling scent in a thrice. PRHTM - Infrared - Passive infrared activation with adjustable humidity setting and adjustable timer overrun If you don’t already have a fan, you’ll need to get in a qualified builder to make the hole and install the wiring. Be aware that there are regulations governing where your fan can be located: if you want to put a fan in Zone 1 (the area within a shower or 2.25m above a bath) or Zone 2 (60cm from Zone 1), it must be a low-voltage SELV fan with a transformer, or an AC-powered model that’s IPX5-certified. Most of our recommendations below are intended for use outside of Zone 2, but the layout of your bathroom may dictate your options.

The 100 mm/4” Icon 15 Bathroom unit can be flush mounted in either the wall or ceiling and with a low-profile fascia, sits unobtrusively in any room. The more powerful and slightly larger Icon 30 Bathroom & Utility room unit can be installed similarly to the Icon 15 either as a surface mounted 100mm/4” fan or flush mounted as a 150mm/6” install by removing the rear cowl. Model above is for basic on/off switching. Choose an optional control module to upgrade fan for Pullcord, Pull cord with adjustable timer, Humidity, pull cord with timer overrun, motion sensor with timer overrun, Motion sensor/humidity/timer . Don’t forget to add the control module you want. Only low voltage module fits low voltage fans. It/s so iCON easy Applications: With an air extraction rate of 118m3/h, the Icon 30 is perfect for installing in a high use bathroom and meets building regs for utility room installations.