Unpleasant odors, mildew, blistering paint, peeling wallpaper and desilvering mirrors are just a few of the conditions that result from poor bathroom ventilation. And although many well-intentioned homeowners crack a window while showering, in most cases it simply isn't enough. One sure way to rid the bathroom of unwanted odors and excess moisture is with an exhaust fan.
Fans are rated by cfm's -- that's the cubic feet of air moved each minute. When shopping for a bath fan look for one which has a cfm rating that is a minimum of 10 percent larger than the floor area of the bathroom. Also, the amount of noise produced by a fan is measured in sones. The lower the sones, the quieter the operation. And that's the On The House tip for today.