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Ventilation News

Ventilation News

Welcome to the Ventilation News - Product News at Sparks, a section listing the most exciting news related to the ventilation items on our website.

We distribute a wide range of ventilation systems by manufacturers such as Airflow, Envirovent, Xpelair, Westinghouse, and Manrose.

As the ventilation technologies improve, there are more and more interesting facts and practical advice related to these systems, which we write about on our blog.

There are a lot of technical details related to the ventilation solutions on our website, and they can be found via the product pages in our online store.

Here on the blog, however, we offer you the freshest ventilation news. 


Do You Need a Humidistat Fan in a Tenanted Property in the UK?

Do You Need a Humidistat Fan in a Tenanted Property in the UK?

24/07/2025 sparksdirect

Because so many people in UK live in rented properties, the question arises, Do you need a humidistat fan in a tenanted property in the UK? We're not talking just about a bathroom fan but a fan with humistat; is it necessary?

Safety Advice for using Electric Fans at Home or in the Office

Safety Advice for using Electric Fans at Home or in the Office

26/06/2025 sparksdirect

During these hot summer days, an electric fan at home or at the office can be a lifesaver; however, there is safety advice for using electric fans. 

Advice: How to Deal with Condensation and Mould at Home

Advice: How to Deal with Condensation and Mould at Home

17/01/2025 sparksdirect

There are many guides on how to deal with condensation and mould at home, and you can never be too much in advising people what are the dangers of having mould in a domestic environment. As the temperatures outside drop, it is easy to have condensation on the windows and then mould growth in different areas in the house.

Practical Tips to Keep Cool during a Heatwave or Hot Weather

Practical Tips to Keep Cool during a Heatwave or Hot Weather

15/08/2024 sparksdirect

during the heatwave or the hot weather, it is good to keep cool in order to be safe and avoid any health problems or hazards.

Why Residential Ventilation Systems are Critical for our Health

Why Residential Ventilation Systems are Critical for our Health

25/07/2024 sparksdirect

Whether we work in an office, travel for work, or work from home, residential ventilation systems are critical for our health, for we all return home and we need fresh air in our home.

A Continuously Running Bathroom and Kitchen Fan: Smart Ventilation!

A Continuously Running Bathroom and Kitchen Fan: Smart Ventilation!

18/04/2024 sparksdirect

A home is usually fitted with a bathroom fan, which can be with timer or humidistat (or both), but now there's a way to have smart ventilation - a continuously running bathroom and kitchen fan! They call them dMEV - decentralised Mechanical Extract Ventilation, and they comply with System 3 in the current Building Regulations. 

ECO cMEV: Continuous Ventilation for Your Home

ECO cMEV: Continuous Ventilation for Your Home

27/02/2023 sparksdirect

If you're searching for a reliable continuous airflow system for your home, look no further than the ECO dMEV ventilation system.

Why is there the Need for Proper Kitchen Ventilation?

Why is there the Need for Proper Kitchen Ventilation?

06/12/2022 sparksdirect

Most people think that opening the kitchen window and door while cooking is good enough; however, it's best to have proper kitchen ventilation.

What Is Ambient Lighting and How To Create It?

What Is Ambient Lighting and How To Create It?

02/12/2022 sparksdirect

Find out what ambient lighting really is and how to create it in your home.

Advice: Dealing with Condensation and Mould Problems in Your Home

Advice: Dealing with Condensation and Mould Problems in Your Home

25/10/2022 sparksdirect

When it comes to dealing with condensation and mould problems in your home, there’s plenty you can be doing this winter.

The Perfect Ceiling Fan for Winter or Summer that Makes you Happy

The Perfect Ceiling Fan for Winter or Summer that Makes you Happy

02/08/2022 sparksdirect

If you're looking for the perfect ceiling fan for your bedroom or children's room, you need to check out this fan for winter and summer operation available at Sparks.

How To Pick An Extractor Fan For Your Bathroom

How To Pick An Extractor Fan For Your Bathroom

26/07/2022 sparksdirect

Everything you need to know about bathroom extractor fans, including how they work, their different types and sizes, and the best place to put them.

The Importance of Correct Domestic Ventilation for Social Housing in UK

The Importance of Correct Domestic Ventilation for Social Housing in UK

13/05/2020 sparksdirect

It is very important to have a correct ventilation for social housing in particular. The UK’s...

Achieving a ‘Healthy Home’ will make both renters and landlords happy

Achieving a ‘Healthy Home’ will make both renters and landlords happy

26/03/2020 admin

Creating a healthy, well-ventilated home is common sense - it will improve your health and quality...

Ventilation Fans: what type of extractor fans you need, where, and why

Ventilation Fans: what type of extractor fans you need, where, and why

08/08/2019 sparksdirect

Ventilation plays a huge part in all of our lives, keeping the air in our homes safe to breathe...

The Causes and Effects of 'Toxic Home Syndrome' and how to Combat it

The Causes and Effects of 'Toxic Home Syndrome' and how to Combat it

26/06/2019 sparksdirect

It is estimated that over 15.3 million homes in the UK are at risk of ‘Toxic Home Syndrome’ (THS),...

How Airflow Ventilation Solutions deal with Indoor Air Pollutants at Home

How Airflow Ventilation Solutions deal with Indoor Air Pollutants at Home

02/05/2019 sparksdirect

Problems caused by bad air quality in our indoor environments can be devastating. Recently, the...

How Ventilation can help Tackle Allergies, Asthma, Hay Fever, and Pet Dander

How Ventilation can help Tackle Allergies, Asthma, Hay Fever, and Pet Dander

08/04/2019 sparksdirect

Asthma is a long-term condition that affects your airways, which transport air in and out of your...

Health Problems caused by Condensation and Top Tips to Avoid its Build-up

Health Problems caused by Condensation and Top Tips to Avoid its Build-up

03/04/2019 sparksdirect

When moisture makes contact with a cooler surface, such as a window or wall, the warm air around...

How the Airflow iCON range Revolutionised the Residential Ventilation Fans

How the Airflow iCON range Revolutionised the Residential Ventilation Fans

20/03/2019 sparksdirect

In 2004, the Airflow iCON range of ventilation fans breathed new life into the stagnant...

Preventing Carbon Monoxide Poisoning is Possible with CO Detectors

Preventing Carbon Monoxide Poisoning is Possible with CO Detectors

05/10/2018 sparksdirect

Home is where we tend to feel safest, but becoming too comfortable and familiar with our...

Tips for Improving your Indoor Air Quality and Reducing Pollution at Home

Tips for Improving your Indoor Air Quality and Reducing Pollution at Home

19/07/2018 sparksdirect

On the 21st of June this year there was the annual Clean Air Day, and the people at Global Action...

Six Simple Tips to Combat and Reduce Condensation at Home

Six Simple Tips to Combat and Reduce Condensation at Home

07/03/2018 sparksdirect

Due to the lack of adequate ventilation at home we all have condensation, and if we leave...

The Colorful Turbo Ceiling Fan that makes Both Children and Adults Happy

The Colorful Turbo Ceiling Fan that makes Both Children and Adults Happy

22/07/2015 sparksdirect

Summer is here; no matter the rainy days in-between, we all have to admit that at this time summer...

Passive Infrared Sensors (PIRs) for Lighting, Ventilation, and Heating

Passive Infrared Sensors (PIRs) for Lighting, Ventilation, and Heating

23/04/2015 sparksdirect

The PIR - Passive Infrared Sensor - is an electronic sensor that measures infrared (IR) light...

Why Envirovent ECO dMEV Trickle Fans with Continuous Running are the Best

Why Envirovent ECO dMEV Trickle Fans with Continuous Running are the Best

27/02/2015 sparksdirect

Having a bathroom fan for extracting the steam, smell, or vapors when using the shower, toilet, or...

The Perfect Green Deal Bathroom Ventilation Fans: the Airflow LOOVENT Eco!

The Perfect Green Deal Bathroom Ventilation Fans: the Airflow LOOVENT Eco!

11/11/2014 sparksdirect

With over 40 years of experience in manufacturing and selling airflow ventilation systems, Airflow...

Why a Timer Fan is More Recommended than a Fan with Humidistat Module

Why a Timer Fan is More Recommended than a Fan with Humidistat Module

24/06/2013 sparksdirect

Have you ever wondered why a timer fan is more recommended than a fan with humidistat module? Speaking of ventilation fans. Read and find out for yourself.

Energy Efficient Ventilation Accompanies the Green Deal Initiative (EWnews)

Energy Efficient Ventilation Accompanies the Green Deal Initiative (EWnews)

05/04/2013 sparksdirect

We love the Electrical Wholesalers magazine, coming out monthly and being distributed in all the...

Bathroom Extractor Fan Comparison: the Silent Design 100 vs the Silhouette S100

Bathroom Extractor Fan Comparison: the Silent Design 100 vs the Silhouette S100

30/01/2013 sparksdirect

Today we are putting two bathroom fans against one another. We have a lot of ventilation fans...

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