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Rebecca Lawton

6 common fan mistakes that are making you feel hotter — and how to avoid them, according to experts

The white Duux Whisper Flex Ultimate Fan being assembled on a wooden floor.

When temperatures soar, it's natural to reach for a fan in a bid to get some instant relief. But what you might not realise is that you could be making some simple fan mistakes that reduce its effectiveness, and leave you feeling hotter.

From poor placement to choosing the wrong type of fan for your space, even the best fans, including high-performing desk fans and bladeless models, will fall short if you're using them incorrectly. And let's face it, during a heatwave, that's the last thing you need.

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