Is this fan plastic or metal? We are moving to a very humid climate right on the ocean, so we need fans that won't rust.
1846555
The fan head and the base is plastic, the only part I can see that is metal is the pole.
1846556
The pole and fan blades are metal. The outer case and base are plastic. My fans are used indoors in humid Florida. No problems with rust.
1846557
It's plastic! I live smack in the middle of Florida, and it's held up VERY well in the humidity. I do blow out the housing of the motor about once a month with compressed air, though, to keep moisture and dust out. Also, the front comes of easily to wipe down the blades. Good luck!
1764691
Yes, there is plastic--very strong--at all the connecting parts--you can see them in the photo. I have used mine for over 2 years and love it--except if strong wind which can blow it over.
39675
Plastic. I STILL have never used the fan because of a broken hub I received when it was shipped to me.
1878493
Plastic. My ceiling is white and it looks great without the paint. If you did paint it, you have to be careful to make sure the paint doesn't block the vents (that would compromise the fan). Note: the fan is very good -- I installed it myself & kept my existing 3" diameter duct pipes instead of replacing them with 4" diameter one (the fan has a 4" diameter duct).. The result is that I don't get the optimum low noise ... Still very low.
38807
The fans and the frame are metal as well. Actually, this is the main reason I ordered them.
703181
I use my fan in my garage. I am located in Southeast Georgia, and relative humidity is always very high. I have not had any problems with its operation or with it rusting. I am glad I bought this fan, and I think you will be happy with the performance and the esthetics. I would recommend it for under a porch awning.
183891
I am not sure, but do not waist your money on this fan. The plastic is so light it just spins around on my desk. Buy the metal one.
409053
Plastic. But it wears very well. Our water corrodes metal, so it's been better for us
1968175
While I can not answer directly, this is a powerful, quiet well made fan. I'm in Hawaii and this fan has been in almost constant use for 9 months. I continue to be very satisfied in every regard.
579577
There is no plastic at all. It is a solid sturdy metal ironing board. I have gone through many to find one this good. I love it.
125685
Plastic, but not flimsy by any means. I believe that the original version used phenolic plastic fan blades but am not 100% certain. These are the same dark brown color that was commonly used back in the day.
107323
i used it in a house in west texas in summer, temps over 100 degrees.... perhaps you can look at the website to see what the warranty info on the structural plastic parts might be? the only problem we had was caused by lack of proper air flow... it really needs to have the fan going to dry everything quickly
421075
Plastic but there is a metal mulching blade at the center of the fan. You just have to hope all material of heavy consistency hits this first, not going to happen.
803704
We have it outside in North Carolina for the past 8 months and no rust anywhere. We have had a lot of rain this year and bugs the fan helps keep air flow which in turn keeps bugs away. I hope this helps.
2105478
It's plastic. The plastic is very durable. I have not used enough to see if the plastic clouds/scratches over eventually.
2084603
The fan is at our cabin, so I do not have it in front of me to answer your question. However, I believe the front grill is metal and the back grill is plastic.
737503
The frame is metal; the blades and the blade housing are plastic. This fan is extremely loud, unless it is on low. Also, the piece that held the fan blades in place broke (also plastic), so I replaced it with one from an old fan that I had around that didn't work. That fixed the problem.