The Hidden Cost of Fan Noise

Using a bedside fan for cooling may sacrifice sleep quality. Traditional fans operate at 50-70 decibels—significantly louder than the WHO guideline recommendation of less than 30 dB in bedrooms for sleep of good quality Noise. The closer the fan, the worse the impact. Recent research reveals potential downsides to prolonged loud white noise exposure.

1. Increased stress response: Some individuals find that prolonged exposure to white noise increases anxiety levels or causes feelings of irritation and restlessness due to individual sensitivities or underlying auditory processing issues White Noise for Anxiety: A Comprehensive Guide to Soothing Sounds and Mental Wellness.

2. Sensory overload: For some people, the constant presence of sound, even if meant to be soothing, can lead to sensory overload White Noise for Anxiety: A Comprehensive Guide to Soothing Sounds and Mental Wellness.

Rairflow's Decibel Advantage

Rairflow operates at 35 dB or less, meeting WHO standards while delivering soothing white noise with superior cooling and preventing Noise Induced Hearing Loss (NIHL), unlike traditional fans that can operate at dangerous levels that may cause stress responses.

References

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2. Strøm-Tejsen, P., Zukowska, D., Wargocki, P., & Wyon, D. P. (2016). The Effect of Room Acoustics on the Sleep Quality of Healthy Sleepers. PMC. Retrieved from https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5187651/

3. What's the Acceptable Noise Level for a Quiet Bedroom? (2025). Ozlo Sleep. Retrieved from https://ozlosleep.com/blogs/news/acceptable-noise-level-in-bedroom

4. Tips to Achieve an Optimal Noise Level for Sleep (2025). Soundproof Cow. Retrieved from https://www.soundproofcow.com/achieve-optimal-noise-level-for-sleep/

5. https://www.nidcd.nih.gov/health/noise-induced-hearing-loss