If you\u2019re currently in the market for a new device of this type, I invite you to also have a look at my roundup of the market\u2019s best bathroom exhaust fans<\/strong><\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n This one is a no-brainer – moisture control is the primary purpose of every bathroom exhaust fan. In other words, these appliances are installed in bathrooms (as well as other rooms with high levels of humidity) in order to remove excess moisture. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The reason why this moisture, which is released into the air every time someone takes a shower, cannot be left unchecked is due to the fact it can cause considerable damage to the bathroom and the entire house as well. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Fortunately, an appliance of this type can easily eliminate excess moisture. This is particularly true for the fans with a high CFM rating<\/strong><\/a> – these can deal with a huge amount of humidity in a short amount of time. <\/p>\n\n\n\n If possible, a bathroom exhaust fan shouldn\u2019t be ducted into an interior wall, crawl space, or an attic, but rather to the exterior of the house. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The only thing that the use of a bathroom exhaust fan can be compared with is opening a window. In fact, that was the only way in which people were able to ventilate their bathrooms before the advent of exhaust fans. <\/p>\n\n\n\n However, the issue with windows is that opening them lets unconditioned air enter the bathroom. As you can already guess, this can negatively affect the performance of one\u2019s HVAC system. Besides, opening a bathroom window in the middle of winter is the last thing anyone would want to do. <\/p>\n\n\n\n In addition to lowering the efficiency of the HVAC system, opening a window also causes the reintroduction of moisture back into the bathroom. To put it simply, installing and using a bathroom exhaust fan is a much more efficient – and quicker – way to go about keeping excess moisture under check. <\/p>\n\n\n\n When used properly, i.e. during showering and for about half an hour after it, bathroom fans also prevent the growth of dangerous mold. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Besides moisture, there are only two things that mold needs to grow – darkness and food. When it lingers inside a bathroom for a long time after someone has taken a shower, the moisture creates an ideal breeding environment for mold. <\/p>\n\n\n\n If you think that there might be some mold in your house – whether in the bathroom, basement, or any other room – get yourself a couple of humidity gauges. These inexpensive yet extremely useful devices will help you determine the humidity level in your house and keep it under check. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Another thing homeowners use bathroom exhaust fans for is to eliminate unpleasant smells. It goes without saying, but nasty odors do <\/em>appear in most people\u2019s bathrooms. Nobody really wants to smell someone other\u2019s \u201cbusiness\u201d! <\/p>\n\n\n\n Besides bathroom exhaust fans with humidity sensors<\/strong><\/a>, today\u2019s market also offers models equipped with motion sensors. If you\u2019re someone who keeps forgetting to turn the fan on every time you\u2019re doing your \u201cbusiness\u201d, a fan of this type can come in very handy. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Whenever someone takes a shower, the temperature inside a bathroom rises up. And when the aforementioned excessive moisture is coupled with this hot air, it creates an environment that\u2019s very damaging to the paint – it causes it to peel and bubble. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The easiest way to keep this kind of problem at bay is by installing a bathroom exhaust fan and using it correctly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n When it comes to choosing the type of paint for the bathroom, I usually recommend opting for satin or semi-gloss finishes. Satin finishes are a particularly great choice. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Not only are they significantly longer-lasting than ever before, but they also easily withstand the \u201cabuse\u201d that comes with everyday bathroom use. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Before you install a bathroom fan, make sure to check your local bathroom exhaust fan venting code requirements<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Another kind of damage that bathroom exhaust fans can prevent is drywall damage. A high level of humidity can seriously harm these kinds of walls – over time, they start to degrade and warp. <\/p>\n\n\n\n In bathrooms, this typically occurs in areas close to the bathtub and in the ceiling corners. These are the first spots you need to check if you\u2019re suspecting drywall damage in your bathroom. Read our post on insulating bathroom fan ducts<\/a> as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Another thing that these kinds of appliances can help with is hardware rust prevention. <\/p>\n\n\n\n As you probably already know, objects such as hinges and doorknobs are subject to corrosion if exposed to high levels of humidity for prolonged periods of time. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The easiest way to prevent this from happening is to simply install a bathroom exhaust fan of an adequate CFM rating. Installing such a device is certainly easier than replacing rusty door hardware and other corroded items.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you are certain you want a new bathroom fan, check out our post on bathroom fan installation costs<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Bathroom exhaust fans can be of great help when you\u2019re using toilet bowl cleaners and other harsh cleaning products. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Whenever you\u2019re cleaning your bathroom, just turn the fan on – it will keep removing the toxic fumes as you\u2019re cleaning tiles, fixtures, and other objects in your bathroom. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Today\u2019s bathroom exhaust fans are much more feature-rich than the ones manufactured two decades ago. Some of them come equipped with heaters, some have convenient LED lights, and some feature Bluetooth speakers. Check out our post on bathroom fans with Bluetooth speakers<\/strong><\/a> for more information.<\/p>\n\n\n\nUse #1 <\/strong>– Moisture Control <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Can\u2019t I Just Open a Window?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nUse #3<\/strong> – Smell Removal <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Use #4 <\/strong>– Bathroom Paint Protection <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Use #5<\/strong> – Drywall Damage Prevention <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nUse #7<\/strong> – Clear Fumes When Cleaning<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Use #8 <\/strong>– Extra Features <\/h2>\n\n\n\n