Best Coastal Rated Fans

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Featured coastal fan – Sanctuary DC

Updated for 2024 Season

The top 5 Best Coastal fans released in the last 12 months – Updated for January 2024

If you live by the beach, it’s probably because you like the warm weather. But even the most seasoned beachcombers have their limits when it comes to the heat. The last thing you need when you switch on your fan for a bit of relief is to find out that it’s gone rusty. A coastal rated  fan may save you disappointment in this situation. To help you choose, we’ve picked out the 5 best coastal rated fans.


1. Aqua DC

“I did a lot of research, because I’m close to the beach and I don’t want it to rust. In the end you just can’t beat IP66”

The Aqua represents real innovation with an IP66 rating, a world first among ceiling fans. Not only is the Aqua DC fan offers the most protection from rain, it’s an excellent option for coastal areas too. This modern 3 blade model produces an excellent airflow and uses very little energy. Its combination of size and airflow suits medium to larger size areas and the neutral colour range will fit most palettes.

What’s Great About This Fan?

IP66 rated as well as suitable for coastal application

Impressive airflow output and range of speeds

Modern design available with or without LED light

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2. Horizon DC

“Very, very impressed with the airflow on this”

Available in two sizes, including an expansive 64-inch diameter, the Horizon ceiling fan moves enough air to take the edge of the heat when you can’t be at the beach. The larger size achieves an airflow of over 19,000 m3/hr on its top speed, which is particularly impressive, but the 52-inch model is also an excellent high airflow option for more smaller areas. This model benefits from Fanco’s recent innovations, and is available with either a hardwired wall control or with a remote which includes smart functionality.

What’s Great About This Fan?

CHOICE recommended

Great range of size & colour options to choose from

Exceptionally high airflow

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3. Eco Silent Deluxe

“It creates plenty of airflow, it’s very quiet and it looks great.”

Offering phenomenal cooling with classic style, the Eco Silent Deluxe features ABS plastic blades. Not only is it rated for installation in coastal areas, but this highly capable fan produces enough airflow for beachside locations too. The range includes two sizes and light options as well as a choice of a hardwired wall controller or a SMART remote control. It’s the perfect choice to keep you and your family cool in your seaside home or beach house.

What’s Great About This Fan?

CHOICE Recommended

Popular design that suits most environments with ABS plastic blades

56″ diameter model is really well suited for an outdoor entertaining area

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4. Spyda

“Really incredible value”

The endlessly adaptable Spyda ceiling fan range is both outdoor and coastal rated. Available in a great range of colours, the Spyda is a stylish but affordable choice for homes in coastal areas. These fans are compatible with angled ceilings and come in several sizes to suit almost any space. This means that your outdoor areas can benefit from the coverage of a fan with 62-inch diameter and match a 36 or 50-inch version inside the home.

What’s Great About This Fan?

Excellent value fan with reliable AC motor

Huge range of sizes and colours to choose from

Available with or without light

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5. Sanctuary DC

” It just fills the space beautifully, the only problem I had was choosing the colour combination – they’re all so nice!”

Unique in style among ceiling fans with a blade span over 72 inches, it’s impossible to overlook the Sanctuary DC ceiling fan. Along with the extra coverage that either the 86-inch or 92-inch sizes will give you, the Sanctuary works efficiently and effectively. Its three solid timber blades come in three colour options to pair with a black or white motor, meaning that there’s a colour combination to suit most interiors. 

What’s Great About This Fan?

Unique outdoor fan as it has solid timber blades

Large overall diameter makes for a beautiful statement fan

The colour combinations are amazing & will really compliment outdoor living spaces that have other timber tones, e.g. decking.

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