Quick Guide: Selecting the Right Bathroom Exhaust Fan for Your Application

If installing the remote fan in the attic, basement or closet is difficult because of the home’s existing ductwork, remote exterior bathroom fans offer the option to exhaust straight out the side of the home through the exterior wall.

Another consideration when selecting a ventilation solution is the fan grille size. In small spaces, a fan with small, discrete grilles can provide effective ventilation that goes unnoticed. The PB remote mount bathroom fan offers sleeker sizing options at 7” (vs. standard 15-20”) that are more aesthetically pleasing than traditional solutions. 

Using a spot ventilation technique, small designer ceiling grilles can be positioned at high-humidity points such as showers, whirlpool tubs, and steam showers to remove moisture at the source.

Exhaust grilles can be installed in water closets to silently ventilate even the smallest spaces. 

One of the key advantages of using remote ventilation over a traditional ceiling mount fan is the powerful performance. These bathroom fans can pull significantly more air without increasing sound – an essential consideration in high-end bathrooms. Additionally, these fans overcome static pressure more efficiently, whereas surface mount fans lose momentum rather quickly. 

The PBW Series looks exactly the same as the PB series inside of the bathroom – same sleek grille options, lighting capabilities and silent operation. The key difference is the motor location, positioned on the outside of the home. From the outside of the house, the motor looks like any exterior exhaust hood common on most homes.

Another effective solution for applications constrained by space or ductwork is a high-performance ceiling mount fans like the bathfan series. All models are compliant to the rigorous California Title 24 building energy code, featuring occupancy sensors for code-approved performance and efficiency. 

For smaller bathrooms, the bathfan SMPL models operates with low Sones at 80 and 100 CFM. If you’re looking for more customization, however, the bathfan Select and Select Fit models offer a selectable CFM range and ultra-quiet operation. Single bathrooms with both a shower and bathtub will also benefit from the Select and Select Fit models' automatic humidity sensors. 

This solution features one central fan with up to four available ports, exhausting multiple bathrooms in one location. The CVS fan is designed to fit in an attic or the space between floors in a multi-level home.

Perfect for small commercial spaces, home spas, or homes with multiple bathrooms on one level, the CVS Series offers quiet yet powerful ventilation.