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When the weather goes from warm to “I can’t stand it anymore,” it’s time to think about ways to cool off. Ice bucket challenge? Sure, that’d work, but only for one or two people and then you got this whole water/ice mess to clean up.
When the dog days of summer (the period from July to August here in the USA) attack, fend off those dogs with cooling options designed to keep you comfortable outdoors, no matter how badly those dog days bite. The real meaning of the dog days of summer is that the dog star, Sirius (known as the “Greater Dog” in the sky and legally called “Alpha Canis Majoris”) rises highest in the sky during this period, shining brighter than all other stars other than our Sun.
When it comes to keeping people comfortable on their decks and patios though, we’re the experts. Hot outside? We’ve got you covered (sometimes quite literally) and will do everything we can to keep you comfy and happy during the hottest times of the year.
We reached out to the best patio experts in the business (it was easy really, since they work for us, they’re right down the hall) to ask for their favorite outdoor cooling ideas… and they came up with some fantastic options. Let’s take a look…
When it’s a scorcher, water keeps you cool (by evaporating) …and fans keep you cool (again, evaporating the sweat from your skin) …but combine the two and you’ve got an unbeatable one-two punch! What’s amazing about the Joape Bob LVP-020302 tabletop misting fan is that the built-in 2-gallon reservoir provides 2 to 4 hours of personal cooling (up to a 400 sq. ft. area). The ultra-fine mist is so fine that you don’t get wet; the water evaporates in the air, creating a comfort zone that is up to 20 degrees cooler than the surrounding area. To top it all off, the mist cleanses the air of dust, smoke and odors and creates a bug-free fly zone.
Using the same principles as the tabletop mister, the Joape Cyclone LVP-030101 wall mount misting fan uses its powerful misters and fan to move an impressive 1625 CFM (cubic feet per minute) keeping an area of up to 800 sq. ft. cool and comfortable. Connect directly to a fixed water line or a garden hose, and cooler heads (and bodies) will prevail!
Fill the 26-gallon water tank on the Joape Cyclone Reservoir LVP-030203 freestanding misting fan, roll it into place on the included rolling caster base (with one locking wheel), plug in the standard 110-volt outlet and you’re set for up to 35 hours of blessed relief! Keep up to 800 sq. ft. of your family cool this summer with this portable powerhouse.
Evaporative coolers, like our favorite Cajun Kooling CK4500-S portable evaporative cooler work kind of like misters, only the water stays contained within the system. Fine droplets of water drop behind a powerful fan, and the evaporated water cools the air that is then pushed out to your patio. Even in humid areas (like the southern USA) these systems will naturally cool the air by 10-25 degrees and are a portable and simple way to cool up to 1,200 sq. ft.
Combining the retro style of a table fan with the power and efficiency of a ceiling fan, the Craftmade Bellows I BW116AG3 wall mount fan can be used with the included 40” 110v corded plug, or hard wired if that’s your thing. With a heavy-duty 3-speed oscillating motor and 14” blades, it’s the perfect way to keep your fan unobtrusive while keeping everyone cool.
So, we’ve got something that spins around in a circle, and on the other end something else that spins around in a circle, and both are held together in the middle by another thing that spins around in a circle. You’d think this equipment was built to induce nausea… but in fact it’s an amazing dual-headed ceiling fan (each fan tilts up to 80 degrees) which has a motor in the middle to spin the entire fixture 360°. Add the optional light kit on the Craftmade Bellows II BW248BNK6 dual head ceiling fan, and you’ve got a perfect patio solution for day or night.
Large porches (typically long and thin) require multiple ceiling fans to keep everyone cool and comfortable. The Quorum Lighting Estate 143525-959 ceiling fans in this outdoor patio cooling idea are spaced just far enough to keep a nice, even medium-level breeze going at all times. Remember to wire your ceiling fans (or set them all up with the same remote settings) to be able to control them all with one switch or remote.
Almost anywhere you put it, this fan looks AMAZING! The 60” diameter of the 15-bladed Quorum Lighting windmill patio fan may be physically imposing, but the craftsmanship of the design is beyond compare. Just tap the button on the included 6-speed remote control and the breeze is under your command, literally in the palm of your hand.
You know how they say, “Go big or go home?” This fan isn't seeing home any day soon, it’s HUGE. The Hinkley Lighting Indy Maxx 900999FMB-LDD oversized ceiling fan with light kit sports a 99-inch wingspan (okay, diameter) and not only comes with a six-speed remote control, but it’s also Wi-Fi compatible too!
Start with a state-of-the-art DC motor, add warm-dim LED and wonderfully sculpted walnut blades and you can see how the Hinkley Lighting Artiste 900160FMM-LWD ceiling fan with light kit takes classy ceiling fans to a whole new level. Add in full Wi-Fi compatibility with the included 6-speed reversible remote control and you’ve got a winner!
Merging the best of traditional and modern design elements, the Hinkley Lighting Merrick 900360FHB-LDD ceiling fan with light kit brings high style to your indoor or outdoor space. Authentic leather accents add a touch of tradition, while the carefully crafted blades and Wi-Fi compatibility add contemporary style.
Whew! When we started looking at great outdoor patio cooling ideas, we didn’t realize how many options there are to keep you and your family cool in the hottest parts of the summer. Whether you prefer adding shade or throwing in a little extra cooling we’ve got amazing options for you ready to ship as early as tomorrow.
Here at Patio Heat and Shade, we don’t want you and your loved ones to spend more time outdoors, we want you to be HAPPY spending time outdoors. If you’re not, you’re uncomfortable and that just won’t do. Some of these ideas may inspire you to find just the right cooling option (or combination of a few) that will work best for your patio. Not sure? No problem – we’ve got the best patio experts in the business ready and waiting for you to give them a call. We promise to treat you like family.