Outdoor Patio and Restaurant Fans
Restaurant terraces, beer gardens, hotel pool bars and covered patios get busy exactly when it is hottest. A steady breeze makes guests feel noticeably cooler, keeps flies away from tables and clears smoke from grills. In dry climates, misting fans add evaporative cooling.
LONGWELL supplies commercial wall-mounted fans, pedestal fans and misting fans to hospitality distributors, outdoor-furniture and equipment brands, and venue operators.
Choose the right outdoor fan
| Space | Recommended fan | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Covered terrace with walls or posts | Wall-mounted oscillating fan, 20–30 in | Keeps the floor clear and covers several tables |
| Open patio, changing layout | Pedestal (stand) fan with height adjustment | Movable; aim it where guests are seated |
| Hot, dry climate | Misting fan (wall or pedestal) | Adds evaporative cooling to the breeze |
| Outdoor kitchen, BBQ station | Wall or stand fan aimed away from food and flames | Moves smoke and heat away from staff |
What to check
1. Weather exposure
Install standard commercial fans under a roof or awning, protected from rain and direct spray. Tell us if the fan will be exposed to rain, salt air or pool water, so suitable protection can be reviewed.
2. Size and coverage
Larger blades (26–30 in) throw air further across big terraces; 18–20 in fans suit small patios and bar counters. Oscillation spreads airflow over more seats.
3. Safety and mounting
Mount wall fans high enough that guests and staff cannot reach the blades, on a structure that carries the fan’s weight and vibration. Use outdoor-rated wiring and sockets.
4. Noise
Guests talk on terraces. Lower speeds and good balance keep noise down; use more fans at lower speed rather than one fan at full speed.
LONGWELL outdoor-use fan range
- Commercial wall and stand fans: 18, 20, 24, 26 and 30 in blade sizes; pure copper motor with fuse; 2- or 3-blade aluminium impellers; 3 speeds; oscillating or fixed head; 1.8–2.0 mm wire grille in black, silver or chrome. Voltages 110 V, 120 V and 220–240 V (380 V for selected models).
- Remote-control wall fans: 20, 26 and 30 in oscillating wall fans with remote control, 110 V, 220 V or 380 V, 50/60 Hz.
- Misting fans: 26–30 in wall-mounted and pedestal misting fans with water tank, and mobile 26–34 in units rated up to 22,000 m³/h.
Browse: commercial stand and wall fans · industrial wall fans · misting fans
Download: misting fan brochure · Related: commercial kitchen ventilation
For distributors and brands
- Grille colour, blade count and voltage versions per market
- Private-label packaging
- Mixed orders of wall, stand and misting fans
What to include in your enquiry
- Venue type, terrace size and whether it is covered
- Mounting: wall, ceiling beam, pedestal
- Misting needed or not; water supply
- Voltage, plug; remote control or oscillation
- Quantity and colour
Get a quote for outdoor fans →
FAQ
Can I use an indoor fan outdoors?
Under a roof or awning, a commercial fan with a metal grille and copper motor is commonly used. If it will get wet, ask for a weather-protected solution and use outdoor-rated wiring.
What size fan for a restaurant patio?
For larger terraces, 26–30 in wall or stand fans; for small patios and bar counters, 18–20 in. Several smaller fans give more even coverage than one large fan.
Misting fan or normal fan for a patio?
In hot, dry weather a misting fan cools more. In humid weather a normal fan is often more comfortable and keeps tables dry.
Do you supply 110 V outdoor fans for the US market?
Yes. The commercial wall and stand fans are listed in 110 V and 120 V versions as well as 220–240 V.