The best ... house fans
New designs bring improved airflow and comfort.
Charly Lifts Off!
Designed to resemble a jet aircraft turbine, this fan can blow a blustery 2,000 cubic meters of air per hour. A die-cast zinc base keeps it firmly on the ground.
Price: $160
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Contact: Authentics.co.uk
Propello Desktop Fan
This fan forgoes a guard and takes advantage of soft rubber blades,
which eliminate the rattling noise common to many fans.
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Price: $139.80
Contact: Black-blum.com
Fargo Desktop Fan
This stately fan extracts air through the top and bottom of its globe, pushing it out in all directions.
Price: $261.45
Contact: Csnceilingfans.com
Otto Fan
Complete with adjustable legs and a smooth wood frame made of African sapele, this fan keep things cool, stylistically.
Price: $199.99
Contact: Swizz-style.com
Max Fan Heater
A fan for all seasons, this device blows cool in the summer and works as a heater in the winter.
Price: $99.99
Contact: Swizz-style.com
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