While the explanation above is applicable to plastic ceiling fans static electricity does not build up on metal fans but dust is still clearly present on the leading edge of those particular types of fans.
How to keep floor fans from getting dusty.
Keep closet floors clear.
Instead of it all going down on your carpets it will beautifully collect in the pillowcase.
Fluid dynamics and dusty fans.
Household air is filled with moisture and fat particles as well as dust.
We can all admit that we have a love hate relationship with our bedroom ceiling fans.
You definitely want to avoid that though.
Most of the plastic fans look as though they don t come apart but the trick is to follow the seam on the edges where it comes together.
To explain how this phenomenon is achieved without the aid of an electrical charge one must look at fluid.
Every time you open the door to your closet tiny changes in air pressure cause flakes of fiber to shed from clothing and fabrics and these flakes of dust accumulate on the ground.
Dust loves clutter so get rid of it.
Dispose of or donate items you don t need and keep knick knacks and tchotchkes to a minimum.
Ceiling fans get dusty all the time.
A dusty fan blows dirt back into the air you and your family breathes.
Allergies asthma dust mites and a dirty home are just a few of the problems associated with dust build up.
I usually use a thin knife or screwdriver tip and pry it apart.
They provide much needed relief on those hot summer nights but when it comes to removing piles of dust it s the worst.
When it comes to household chores there are certain tasks we d rather avoid and dusting a ceiling fan is one them.
In fact they can get so dusty it ll stick to the fan and won t go away unless you wash it.
Regular cleaning will prolong the life expectancy of your fan and your family will breathe easier.
Clean fans with a degreaser.
Once in a while take a pillowcase and slowly brush off the dust.
Ceiling fans are a great way to stay cool but if you don t keep the fan blades clean you re inviting dust and the problems associated with it into your home.
These can come from cooking from plant pollen and from many other sources.
Too as a fan s blades spin they are creating an electromagnetic charge that attracts and holds.
Get dusty because they absorb moisture and dirt from the outside and act as a landing pad for dust from ceiling fans and air vents.
If it was manufactured it comes apart one way or another.
The trick is to be careful.
Box items stored on closet shelves to keep dust out of them and keep the floor clear so it is easier to vacuum.
Dust can also get into the fan s inner mechanisms to keep it from working properly.
Keep your closets clean.
If the floor is cluttered chances are you ll just bypass it while vacuuming.