Create a Curtain of Mist!

It's the classic misting system design that has been tried and true for decades!

Adding a mist line to the open perimeter of covered spaces is a highly effective way to provide cooling. The "mist curtain" surrounding the area will remove heat from any air that passes through the mist, effectively reducing the air temperature inside the "mist curtain" without having to fill the area itself with mist. The goal is to create a cool environment while minimizing the risk of wetness.

Many restaurants already have ceiling fans in their covered, outdoor, areas, so adding misting fans is unnecessary. 

Mist lines also offer:

• Even Coverage: Line-based systems provide consistent and uniform coverage for areas of various shapes and sizes, making them suitable for a variety of residential needs.
• Less Noise: Line-based systems are generally quieter than fans, so this may be ideal if noise is a concern. (Pump type and placement may play a role in noise levels).
• Aesthetically Pleasing: Lines may be less visually intrusive, as the components are easy to hide or integrate into landscapes or structures.
• Cost Effective: The components in a line-based system are usually much less expensive than installing fans.
• Easy Installation: If you can operate a screwdriver and a step stool, then you can install Mistcooling line-based system as easily as hanging your favorite holiday decorations.

Add a Cool Breeze!

It's a super effective and very popular way to stay cool!

By combining the cooling power of mist evaporation with the added airflow, misting fans offer a highly effective cooling solution for any area. The turbulent airflow can increase the evaporation rate of the mist, and fans can be directed to force that cool air in a particular direction, allowing the user to target certain "hotspots." Wetness is also a rare concern, as the added airflow can increase evaporation of any droplets that collect on a surface. (System pressure may also affect this- see next section).

Mist Fans also offer:

• Versatility:  Can be easily adjusted to target specific areas, making them ideal for a variety of outdoor settings.
• Adaptable to Environment: Misting fans can help overcome the challenges of humid environments with low airflow, but they can also be beneficial in windy environments by forcing the mist into the desired area.
• Less water usage: Misting fan systems generally use fewer nozzles than line-based systems, so less water is used over time, and smaller pumps may be utilized.
• Usage Flexibility: Fans can be operated independently from the mist pump. In-line shut off valves can even be installed on the water supply lines connected to each fan.

Cons

• Installation challenges: Due to the size and weight of fans, installing them may be more challenging than installing mist lines. Enlisting help from a handyman or qualified installer may be recommended in some cases.
• Power Source Requirements: Each fan requires its own, dedicated, outdoor-rated power outlet.
• Cost Considerations: While fan-based systems may offset some cost by allowing the use of a smaller pump, fans normally cost more than mist lines. The additional cost of electrical outlet installation should also be considered.
• Higher Energy Usage: Fans consume more energy due to a fan motor's electrical load.
• Noise: Even though the fully outdoor-rated fans from Mistcooling have whisper-quiet motors, the agitation of the air will still produce sound.
• Shipping: Fan-based systems are larger and heavier, and may need to be shipped as freight, depending on the size of the system. Orders for fan-based systems might not qualify for free shipping (See our shipping policy to learn more).

The Best of Both Worlds!

For the residences that need a little more!

Certain residential spaces may benefit from the curtain of mist around a covered area and the added benefit of increased airflow and targeted cooling. Perhaps your patio is large, but only one side is open. Perhaps you have great shade, but it is humid and has no airflow. Perhaps you want to add a mist line to your patio, but also point misting fans at an open area or playground. We regularly assist our customers with hybrid line and fan systems.

Pros and Cons

Pros

• Combines many pros from both previous systems.
• Offsets some cons by carefully balancing them with the added advantages.
• Even More Coverage: The uniform coverage of lines, plus the targeted cooling of misting fans, can ensure that you are cooled to the max.
• Even More Adaptable to Environment: Since fans and mist lines can be operated independently, you can adjust your system's operation according to the demands of the day.
• Aesthetically Pleasing: You may still receive the stunning visual effects of a mist line, while also boosting effective cooling.

Cons

• Cost Considerations: A hybrid line and fan system will be the most expensive of the three system types. A larger pump may still be needed to support the mist lines, while the added cost of fans is also present.
• Installation challenges: The complexity of the system will naturally be greater, and enlisting help from a handyman, electrician, or qualified installer may still be recommended.