Our Top 3 Vent-Axia Extractor Fans in 2022

Vent-Axia is a well-established British ventilation company created in 1933, as a proud supplier of this historic companies extractor fan, this article will be showing you Vent-Axia extractors for any budget, from entry-level to mid-range and premium.

Before we share our products, let’s address some key questions we are often asked when it comes to extractor fans.

Do you need an extractor fan in a bathroom?

Yes, and technically, no. But this depends on your home, UK regulations (specifically ‘building regulations’ document F) specify that:

• A UK bathroom must be ventilated by either a window or an extractor fan.
• If your bathroom has a toilet only, you are fine to use a window alone as your source of ventilation.
• In new-build bathrooms with a bath and shower, mechanical ventilation is required in the form of an extractor fan. This is because new-builds are built to be more airtight, so natural ventilation is much lower.
• The ventilation requirements for a bathroom are 15 litres per second/ 54m3 per hour

Bathrooms are a hotspot for the accumulation of humidity and ultimately mould, this is due to the regular usage of hot water via showering or baths. Having moisture-locking items such as a rug in the bathroom also contributes to mould being created.

As people collectively spend a lot of time in the bathroom, your health can seriously be affected if the bathroom is already mouldy. Opening a window, or using an extractor fan (ideally both) will help mitigate the development of mould if done properly and regularly.

Mould is known to cause & aggravate breathing issues within people and can be particularly harmful to people with pre-existing health conditions. The good news is mould can be removed, but it will return if proper ventilation is not implemented.

For more information on mould, its effects and the solutions we offer, our blog will provide the answers you may be looking for. Or if you have any questions on condensation management, click here.

Where to position an extractor fan in the bathroom

Generally, bathroom extractor fans can be anywhere on the wall as long as it is opposite the door but again is subject to your bathroom structure and the type of extractor you purchase. As long as it is in the vicinity of the window, (but not below a window) or on a wall that leads directly outside (or proceeded by venting that leads to outside) it should be okay. Once you know where to install it, you can proceed.

Want to know how to fit an extractor fan in a bathroom? Read our blog specifically for this subject.

How to wire a bathroom extractor fan

Unless you are a qualified electrician or are able to obtain the service of one, you should not under any circumstances alter the wiring in your home. Tampering could result in electric shocks, damaging your circuits and connections.

How to replace a bathroom extractor fan

Again, as this process requires electrical work, a qualified electrician must be present when disconnecting the old extractor and reconnecting the new one.

Making sure the new extractor is the same size (or making alterations to the wall if not) follow the guide.

How to clean a bathroom extractor fan (maintenance)

We have an in-depth blog specifically about cleaning your extractor fan. Read it by clicking here.

Our Top 3 Vent-Axia Extractor Fans for Bathrooms 

We offer a diverse range of Vent Axia bathroom extractor fans, these options go reflect our lowest, mid, and high-end extractors. Feel free to browse all of our Vent Axia fans here.

1. Vent Axia VASF100B Silent 100mm Axial Zone 1 IPX5 Bathroom Fan – 446658B

   The Vent Axia VASF100B offers a 2-speed fan speed extraction rate and costs less than £1 a year to run, this bathroom extractor fan offers incredible value for money. See the full details here.

2. Vent Axia Lo-Carbon DC Centra T Timer Bathroom fan

   The Vent Axia Lo-Carbon DC Centra T features a trickle setting which means it runs continuously, with it being in full activation when the bathroom is occupied. It also contains an adjustable timer. See the full specifications here

3. Vent Axia Lo-Carbon Svara Bluetooth App Controlled Axial Fan
   

   The Vent Axia Lo-Carbon Svara Bluetooth Axial Fan contains the unique feature of being controlled through its own independent application, offering a new level of control and optimisation for your bathroom extraction needs. Click here to see the full list of features.

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